A Discourse Thompson, Silvanus P. (Silvanus Phillips) 1851-1916 creator text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "William Gilbert, and Terrestrial Magnetism in the Time of Queen Elizabeth" by Silvanus P. Thompson is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and work of William Gilbert, an influential figure in the realm of magnetism and electricity during the late 16th century when Queen Elizabeth I ruled England. It offers an understanding of Gilbert's significant contributions to the field of terrestrial magnetism, especially his groundbreaking treatise, "De Magnete". In this discourse, Thompson outlines William Gilbert's life, noting his education, professional achievements, and his established role in the Royal College of Physicians. The text discusses Gilbert's experiments and theories surrounding the behavior of magnets, the use of the compass in navigation, and the foundational principles he laid for the field of Earth sciences. The narrative illustrates Gilbert's scientific method and the way he challenged existing beliefs concerning magnetism, ultimately leading to a more robust understanding of Earth's magnetic properties. Thompson honors Gilbert’s legacy as a pivotal figure in the shift from traditional, speculative science to a more empirical and experimental approach that would shape future scientific inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-06-05 Produced by Chris Curnow, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Gilbert, William, 1544-1603 Magnetism -- History QC Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45893 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45893 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134043.0 45893