History Matters The Invention of Time A now commonplace device, Joseph Priestley’s timeline revolutionised how we view history. Emily Thomas | Published in History Today Volume 73 Issue 8 August 2023 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. Related Articles The Road less Travelled In Search of Lost Time Popular articles Why Do Religions Decline? The Iron Amir: Britain’s Afghan Legacy