Published in 1774, this classic work on electricity by British scientist William Watson laid the foundation for the study of electricity for generations to come. Through detailed descriptions of experiments and observations with static and current electricity, Watson provides a comprehensive overview of this mysterious force of nature. Whether you are a student of science or simply interested in the history of scientific discovery, this book is a must-read. 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.