Includes bibliographical references (p. 108) and index.
Contents:
The father of modern science -- Young Galileo -- A developing genius -- Life in Padua -- A Closer look at the universe -- Difference of opinion -- Galileo on trial -- Galileo's last years -- Galileo's legacy -- Life and times -- Life at a glance.
Summary:
Profiles the life of the sixteenth-century astronomer who revolutionized science with his theory the Earth revolves around the Sun.
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