An Essay to Shew the Cause of Electricity; and Why Some Things Are Non-Electricable.

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John Freke

An Essay to Shew the Cause of Electricity; and Why Some Things Are Non-Electricable.

John Freke

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Anson Street Press
28 March 2025

Science: general issues; Electricity, electromagnetism & magnetism

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Delve into the fascinating world of eighteenth-century electrical science with John Freke's ""An Essay to Shew the Cause of Electricity, and Why Some Things are Non-Electricable."" This meticulously prepared print edition revives a pivotal work exploring the very nature of electric charge and the properties of materials.

Freke's essay investigates the fundamental question of what causes electricity, venturing into explanations for why certain substances are ""non-electricable."" A key focus is Freke's response to ""Essay on Electricity"" by Benjamin Martin, making this work a valuable contribution to the scientific discourse of its time.

Categories: Science, Physics, Electricity, Essays.

Perfect for anyone interested in the history of physics, the development of electrical science, and the scientific debates that shaped our understanding of the world. Discover the thinking of the eighteenth century in this timeless exploration of a groundbreaking subject.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: John Freke
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 2mm
Weight: 54g
ISBN: 9781023303286
ISBN 10: 1023303280
Pages: 28
Publication Date: 28 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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