The celestial magnet [1820]

Slack, David B.

Published by Recreasoft, Paris, 2026

About this Item

Language: English. Approximately 126 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1820. Text in English. This rare 1820 treatise by David B. Slack examines the celestial magnet, a subject of great interest in early 19th-century scientific discourse. The work explores the theoretical and observational aspects of magnetic phenomena as they relate to celestial bodies, reflecting the state of scientific knowledge during the Regency era. Slack's analysis contributes to the broader understanding of terrestrial and cosmic magnetism, bridging empirical observation with emerging scientific theories. The text is particularly valuable for historians of science, astronomers, and collectors of early scientific literature. Book images are non-contractual.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The celestial magnet [1820]
• Publisher: Recreasoft, Paris
• Publication Date: 2026
• Binding: Softcover
• Edition: Reprint.
• Condition: New