ISBN: 9780259937043 - scripta astronomica, vol. 1 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book details the life and profound contributions of Tycho Brahe, one of the most important astronomers before the invention of the telescope. The author explores how Brahe's groundbreaking observational methods and data laid the groundwork for astronomer Johannes Kepler to later formulate his laws of planetary motion. Beginning with Brahe's early years, this book chronicles his work as an astronomer, instrument maker, and scientific innovator. It examines in depth the instruments he designed and built, which enabled him to make significantly more precise observations of the stars and planets than his predecessors, and the insights he gained through his findings. The book also discusses the political and religious context in which Brahe lived and worked, illuminating the challenges he faced as a pioneering scientist during the late Renaissance. Through a combination of meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this book provides a comprehensive account of Tycho Brahe's life and scientific legacy, demonstrating the profound impact his work had on the development of modern astronomy and the scientific method. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…