Galileo

""Galileo"" is a biographical work by Elbert Hubbard that tells the story of the famous Italian astronomer and physicist, Galileo Galilei. The book explores Galileo's life, his scientific discoveries, and his conflicts with the Catholic Church. It traces his early years as a student in Pisa, his groundbreaking observations of the heavens through his telescope, and his struggles with the Inquisition. The book also delves into Galileo's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues. Through Hubbard's engaging prose, readers gain a deeper understanding of Galileo's impact on the scientific world and the lasting legacy of his work.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Scientists, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103951.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.