Galileo: Searcher Of The Heavens (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432568450)

Galileo: Searcher Of The Heavens is a biography written by Emile Namer that explores the life and work of Galileo Galilei, one of the most influential scientists in history. The book delves into Galileo's childhood, education, and early career as a mathematician and physicist. It also examines his groundbreaking discoveries in astronomy, including his observations of the moons of Jupiter and the phases of Venus, which challenged the prevailing geocentric view of the universe.The book also discusses Galileo's conflicts with the Catholic Church, which opposed his theories and placed him under house arrest for the final years of his life. Namer explores the political and religious climate of Galileo's time, and how his ideas were received by both the scientific community and the general public.Throughout the book, Namer provides a detailed and engaging account of Galileo's life and achievements, as well as the historical context in which he lived. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all ages who are interested in the history of science and the life of one of its most remarkable figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Emile Namer
ISBN-10: 1432568450
ISBN-13: 9781432568450
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 328
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.73d