Historical Context of Time Perception - Before the widespread use of mechanical clocks, time was perceived through natural cycles and sensory experiences, such as sunrise, sunset, and the sound of church bells [5][15] - The 13th century marked the emergence of mechanical clocks, initially in public spaces like church towers, gradually making their way into wealthier homes by the 14th century [11][12] - By the 18th century, watches became more common, influencing how people structured their daily lives and leading to a growing emphasis on punctuality [14] The Role of Transportation and Postal Administration - In the early 18th century, travel lacked fixed schedules, but the postal administration began to implement timetables to expedite the delivery of letters and small packages [17][18][21] - The postal service's pursuit of speed led to the establishment of relay systems for horses and the coordination of various transport stages, significantly reducing travel times on certain routes by the end of the 18th century [22][27] - The emphasis on adhering to schedules introduced the concept of lateness as a problem, prompting the postal administration to implement measures to identify and penalize those responsible for delays [28][32] Social and Cultural Impact of Time - The increasing prevalence of schedules and timekeeping devices led to the internalization of temporal constraints, influencing workdays, theater performances, and other activities [36][37] - A culture of punctuality emerged, driven by the need to adhere to transportation schedules, transforming it from a religious and moral imperative to a technical and organizational requirement [29][30] - Despite the growing emphasis on measured time, alternative perceptions of time persisted, with many people still traveling on foot and some intentionally choosing slower modes of transportation [38][39]

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