The lightness and breadth with which Livingston treats his topic make a potentially dull subject fun. His book is full of accessible science and engaging wit about these ubiquitous if often overlooked objects that are so important a part of modern technology.
Magnetism is one of the key technologies of contemporary society.
Livingston illuminates the science and its applications and provides the kind of perspective that should interest everyone. In a witty and clear manner, he begins by explaining the magnetic force and goes on to describe its deceptive but astonishing influence on societies past and present. This book will delight people interested in science and surprise people that thought science was dull. I enjoyed reading it and highly recommend it. Most definitely recommended.