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Galileo and His Sources: Heritage of the Collegio Romano in Galileo's Science

Galileo and His Sources

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"Galileo and His Sources" by William A. Wallace is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

William A. Wallace demonstrates the importance of two early manuscripts of Galileo dismissed by earlier researchers as juvenile exercises. Analyzing all his scientific writings from the late 1580s to 1610 and from 1610 to 1640, this book illuminates both the sources and the evolution of Galileo's thought. Originally published in 1984. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

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Best For: Students and scholars interested in the development of Galileo's scientific ideas and historical sources.
Focus: Examining early manuscripts and scientific writings to trace the evolution of Galileo's thought from the late 1580s to 1640.
Covers: Analysis of two early manuscripts previously dismissed, and comprehensive study of Galileo's scientific works over five decades.
Why It Matters: Provides insight into the origins and progression of Galileo's science by revisiting overlooked primary sources and contextualizing his intellectual heritage.

"Galileo and His Sources" by William A. Wallace is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: William A. Wallace

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

William A. Wallace demonstrates the importance of two early manuscripts of Galileo dismissed by earlier researchers as juvenile exercises. Analyzing all his scientific writings from the late 1580s to 1610 and from 1610 to 1640, this book illuminates both the sources and the evolution of Galileo's thought. Originally published in 1984. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

AuthorWilliam A. Wallace
PublisherPrinceton University Press
Published2016-04-19
ISBN-139780691640129
BindingHardcover
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicGeneral Astronomy
SeriesPrinceton Legacy Library

Format: Hardcover

Language: English

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