On the Magnet and Magnetic Bodies, and on That Great Magnet the Earth (1600)

by William Gilbert

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From the first great experimental scientist: the classic text, first published in Latin in 1600, summarizing all then known about magnetism and electricity, offering invaluable insights into the origins of modern science. Topics include phenomena of magnetism, variation in the compass, and concept of Earth as a giant magnet.… (more)

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TrinityWA | Jun 19, 2023 |

A lucid introduction to the principles of magnetism that is surprisingly useful even today, not just for historical purposes. Of course, Gilbert wrote it in 1600, so much of the science is out of date, but in general his observations on the properties and behavior of magnets still applies.

margad | Jul 19, 2010 |

This is the classic 1892 translation, from the latin, of the 1600 original. A wonderful book. (

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On the Magnet and Magnetic Bodies, and on That Great Magnet the Earth

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De Magnete

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From the first great experimental scientist: the classic text, first published in Latin in 1600, summarizing all then known about magnetism and electricity, offering invaluable insights into the origins of modern science. Topics include phenomena of magnetism, variation in the compass, and concept of Earth as a giant magnet.

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