On Trial for Reason

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"On Trial for Reason" by Maurice A. Finocchiaro is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Maurice Finocchiaro considers the trial of Galileo by the Roman Inquisition in 1633, weighing up the views of both sides and presenting an account that incorporates historical context, science, theology, and philosophy. He also considers the legacy and continuing cultural afterlife of this remarkable episode in the history of science.

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Best For: Readers interested in the historical interaction between science and religion.

Focus: The trial of Galileo by the Roman Inquisition and its historical, scientific, theological, and philosophical context.

Covers: Historical context of the Galileo trial, perspectives from science and religion, and the cultural legacy of the event.

Why It Matters: It provides insight into a pivotal moment in the history of science and its ongoing impact on science-religion relations and culture.

"On Trial for Reason" by Maurice A. Finocchiaro is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: Maurice A. Finocchiaro

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.

Maurice Finocchiaro considers the trial of Galileo by the Roman Inquisition in 1633, weighing up the views of both sides and presenting an account that incorporates historical context, science, theology, and philosophy. He also considers the legacy and continuing cultural afterlife of this remarkable episode in the history of science.

Author	Maurice A. Finocchiaro
Publisher	Oxford University Press (UK)
Published	2019
ISBN-13	9780198797920
Binding	Hardcover
Pages	300
Language	English
Subjects	Biography & Autobiography
Topic	General Astronomy