Description
Told in Galileo’s own voice, this richly illustrated biography introduces readers to the groundbreaking thinker who transformed humanity’s understanding of the universe. It traces his curiosity, discoveries, and passionate defense of a sun-centered solar system, while placing his scientific achievements within the religious and political tensions of his time. The narrative also explores the personal cost of challenging accepted beliefs, including Galileo’s trial and imprisonment for heresy. Accessible and dramatic, the book offers an engaging portrait of a visionary whose ideas changed science forever.
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paperback
Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published Jan 1, 2012
41 pages
ISBN: 9780375867538
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First Published
2012
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for I, Galileo by Bonnie Christensen.