Tycho Brahe: A Picture of Scientific Life and Work in the Sixteenth Century

By John Louis Emil Dreyer

Book Overview

""Tycho Brahe: A Picture of Scientific Life and Work in the Sixteenth Century"" is a biography of the Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe, written by J. L. E. Dreyer. The book explores Brahe's life and contributions to the field of astronomy during the 16th century. It delves into his work on the accurate measurement of planetary positions, his development of observational instruments, and his relationship with Johannes Kepler. The book also provides a glimpse into the scientific and cultural context of the time period, including the influence of the Renaissance and the religious conflicts of the Protestant Reformation. Overall, ""Tycho Brahe"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and work of one of history's most important astronomers.1890. This volume attempts to add another link to the chain of works illustrating the birth of modern astronomy, by reviewing the life and work of Tycho Brahe, the reformer of observational astronomy. Contents: The Revival of Astronomy in Europe; Tycho Brahe's Youth; The New Star of 1572; Tycho's Oration on Astrology and his travels in 1575; Island of Hveen; Tycho's Life at Hveen; Tycho's Book on the Comet of 1577; Further Work on the Star of 1572; Last years at Hveen; Tycho's Life from his leaving Hveen until his arrival at Prague; Tycho Brahe in Bohemia; Scientific Achievements. Illustrated.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: 1162628200
• ISBN13: 9781162628202
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 430 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"