The triumphal chariot of friction, or a familiar elucidation of the origin of magnetic attraction. &c. &c

Description

Provides a description of the author's "patent dipping needle mariner's compass," together with investigations into the origins of the earth, the theory of tides, the perpetual lamp, and perspective. Reprinted is a series of letters from ships' captains who have used the author's dipping needle with favorable results.