Overview
This simple observation sent William Gilbert deep into research about magnets. Wiliam's insatiable curiosity led him to collect lodestones, natural magnets, from all over the world. He conducted fascinating experiments that debunked myths and revealed astonishing facts about magnets.
But he kept coming backl to the question of why the compass pointed north. His search for answers would lead to an astonishing conclusion.
Gilbert's research led to a book about magnetism and earned him the name, the Father of Magnetism. Come on a journey of discover the wonder of magnets and Earth's magnetic mysteries.
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This book title, Magnet (How William Gilbert Discovered that Earth is a Great Magnet), ISBN: 9781629442457, by Darcy Pattison, Peter Willia, published by Mims House (June 11, 2024) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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