Galileo was one of the greatest scientists of all time, yet was persecuted dearly for his scientific discoveries. The inventor of the thermometer and spyglass, he would be remembered primarily for proving Copernicus' theory that the earth revolves around the sun.
This colorful book is full of historic paintings, photographs of places, and intriguing sidebars offering insights into Galileo's discoveries. The Groundbreakers Series examines the experiences that inspired amazing individuals to think in new ways, and what in their environment affected their work. 48 pages, indexed, softcover.