Galileo and the Invention of the Telescope

By Oliver Lodge

Book Overview

""Galileo and the Invention of the Telescope"" is a historical account of Galileo Galilei's groundbreaking discovery of the telescope and how it revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Written by Sir Oliver Lodge, a renowned physicist and historian of science, the book explores the life and work of Galileo, tracing his journey from a young mathematician to a celebrated astronomer. The book delves into the political and cultural climate of the time, as well as the scientific advancements that led up to Galileo's invention. It also examines the controversy that surrounded Galileo's work, particularly his support of the heliocentric model of the solar system, which challenged the prevailing geocentric view. Through detailed descriptions and illustrations, Lodge shows how Galileo's telescope allowed him to observe and document celestial phenomena, such as the phases of Venus, the moons of Jupiter, and the craters on the moon. The book is a fascinating exploration of a pivotal moment in scientific history and the enduring legacy of Galileo's contributions to astronomy.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Pioneers of Science, by Sir Oliver Lodge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135004.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425366775
• ISBN13: 9781425366773
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"