Discorso sopra la calamita by Benedetto Castelli

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Author Castelli, Benedetto, 1578?-1643
Editor Favaro, Antonio, 1847-1922
Title Discorso sopra la calamita
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Summary "Discorso sopra la calamita" by Benedetto Castelli is a scientific publication written in the early 17th century during the early period of modern science. The book discusses the properties and theories surrounding magnetism, particularly focusing on the natural magnet (the Earth) and its similarity to the man-made magnet (calamità). Castelli's work is notable for its engagement with contemporaneous scientific thought, particularly referencing the theories of Galileo and William Gilbert, and it serves as an exploration of the physical universe through a magnetism lens. In this discourse, Castelli addresses a Roman prelate, examining the remarkable qualities of magnets and their interaction with various bodies. He elaborates on the principles of magnetism, outlining definitions and propositions that describe how magnetic properties can influence and relate to both terrestrial and celestial bodies. Throughout the text, Castelli emphasizes the structured order of the universe and the intrinsic properties of the Earth as a grand magnet, leading to discussions about the significance of orientation, attraction, and the role of experiential understanding in science. The work represents an early foray into systematic scientific inquiry and reflects the growing interest in natural philosophy during this pivotal time in scientific history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Italian
LoC Class QC: Science: Physics
Subject Magnetism
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