Scientists Who Made History: Galileo Galilei

Scientists Who Made History: Galileo Galilei

by Mike Goldsmith (Author), Dr Mike Goldsmith (Author)

Synopsis

This title describes the life and career of the early seventeenth century Italian scientists Galileo Galilei, who caused a revolution in the study of physics and astronomy with his pioneering discoveries, changing forever our view of the Universe, and leading him into confrontation with the powerful Catholic Church.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 48
Publisher: Wayland
Published: 19 Apr 2001

ISBN 10: 0750234474
ISBN 13: 9780750234474

Media Reviews
'A superb series...These books would be excellent both for a library and for children and teachers to read as part of a science course.' -- TES 20030110
Author Bio
Dr Mike Goldsmith is a physicist by training, currently a programme co-ordinator at the National Physical Laboratory. He has published numerous academic papers on subjects including astronomy and clocks. He is shortly to publish a novelty Workshop Clock for children.