William Gilbert, and Terrestial Magnetism in the Time of Queen Elizabeth A Discourse
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In the book "Excerpt from the history of the earth and magnetism in the time of Queen Elizabeth: the research of William Hilbert", the author Sylvanus Phillips Thompson tells about the life and scientific activities of the outstanding English physicist William Hilbert during the reign of Queen Elizabeth. The book recreates in detail the context of the time, as well as the role played by Hilbert in the development of the doctrine of magnetism and the discovery of the Earth as a great navigational compass. Based on historical sources and scientific research, the author reveals the importance of Hilbert's works for the development of science and technology. "Excerpt from the history of the Earth and magnetism in the time of Queen Elizabeth" opens the reader to the exciting world of teachings and discoveries of ancient scientists.
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- Name of the Author
- Silvanus P. (Silvanus Phillips) Thompson
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2014-06-05
- Title
- William Gilbert, and Terrestial Magnetism in the Time of Queen Elizabeth
A Discourse - Subject
- Gilbert, William, 1544-1603
Magnetism -- History
QC
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In the book "Excerpt from the history of the earth and magnetism in the time of Queen Elizabeth: the research of William Hilbert", the author Sylvanus Phillips ...