I N D E X O F C H A P T E R S.
Book 1.
[Chap. 1]. Ancient and modern writings on the Loadstone, with certain matters of mention only, various opinions, & vanities.
[Chap. 2]. Magnet Stone, of what kind it is, and its discovery.
[Chap. 3]. The loadstone has parts distinct in their natural power, & poles conspicuous for their property.
[Chap. 4]. Which pole of the stone is the Boreal: and how it is distinguished from the austral.
[Chap. 5]. Loadstone seems to attract loadstone when in natural position: but repels it when in a contrary one, and brings it back to order.
[Chap. 6]. Loadstone attracts the ore of iron, as well as iron proper, smelted & wrought.
[Chap. 7]. What iron is, and of what substance, and its uses.