Galileo : watcher of the skies
Wootton, David, 1952-2013
Book
Galileo (1564-1642) is one of the most important & controversial figures in the history of science. Tackling Galileo as astronomer, engineer, & author, this book places him at the centre of Renaissance culture. It draws extensively on Galileo's voluminous letters, many of which were self-censored & sly.
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eccles Library | Adult Non Fiction | 520.92 WOOPaperback | Available |
Main title:
Galileo : watcher of the skies / David Wootton.
Author:
Wootton, David, 1952-, author
Imprint:
New Haven, Connecticut : Yale University Press, 2013.New Haven, Connecticut : Yale University Press, 2013.
Collation:
354 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 20 cm
ISBN:
9780300197297 (pbk)
Dewey class:
520.92520.9'2520.92GAL
Language:
English
BRN:
1193376