HoP 435 - Metal More Attractive - William Gilbert and Magnetism

Dec 24, 2023

Exploring the cosmological and methodological implications of breakthroughs in understanding magnetism and electricity in the 17th century, focusing on William Gilbert's groundbreaking book 'Concerning the Magnet, Magnetic Bodies and This Great Magnet, The Earth', his theory of magnetism and empirical observations, as well as the influence of craft skills and anti-Aristotelian natural philosophy in the 17th century.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Magnetism: Exploring Attraction and Hidden Powers

01:49 • 5min

The Experiments and Theories of Magnetism

07:00 • 5min

William Gilbert's Theory of Magnetism and Empirical Observations

12:15 • 2min

Influence of Craft Skills and Anti-Aristotelian Natural Philosophy in the 17th Century

14:15 • 4min