Secrets in the Skies: Galileo and the Astonishing Solar System

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Synopsis
Secrets in the Skies delves deep into the life and discoveries of the world's most famous stargazer, Galileo Galilei, and the star-studded history of astronomy, from our prehistoric ancestors to the work of today's most brilliant scientists. In this stunningly detailed visual retelling of the birth of science, the solar system is brought to life in glorious full-colour, with breathtaking illustrations by James Weston Lewis.From his early days as a young boy in Pisa, to his fiery battles with the Roman Catholic Church, readers follow the remarkable journey undertaken by Galileo in his search for truth. As the pages turn, you can witness the ancient origins of celestial examinations, Galileo's ground-breaking invention of the telescope, his controversial trials before the Inquisition, and the crucial discoveries of the stargazer's final days.Readers young and old will marvel at the beautiful and engaging artwork, and be swept away by the dramatic story behind Galileo's stellar scientific breakthroughs, richly described by author Giles Sparrow.
Copyright:
2020

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:
9781526361837
Related ISBNs:
9781526360014
Publisher:
Hachette Children's Group
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
History, Children's Books, Nonfiction, Science, Biographies and Memoirs
Reading Age:
6–11
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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