Gilbert, William

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William Gilbert (c.1544-1603), was an English physician (her was Queen Elizabeth I's personal physician for a period), and natural philosopher. He is best remembered for his 1600 book, usually known in English as 'On the magnet' – and considered one of the first science books.

Author: Keith

Former school and college science teacher, teacher educator, research supervisor, and research methods lecturer. Emeritus Professor of Science Education at the University of Cambridge.