| Selected Writings Contributor(s): Galileo (Author), Shea, William R. (Author), Davie, Mark (Author) |
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ISBN: 0199583692 ISBN-13: 9780199583690 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $15.15 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | History - Science | Astronomy |
| Dewey: 500 |
| Series: Oxford World's Classics (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 4.9" W x 7.7" (0.70 lbs) 480 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 16th Century - Chronological Period - 17th Century - Cultural Region - Italy |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The first entirely new translation of Galileo's major writings for more than fifty years, this marvelous volume includes selections from all of his important writings on science, including virtually the complete text of A Sidereal Message and a substantial part of his masterpiece, the Dialogue on the Two Chief World Systems. The book contains all of Galileo's contributions to the debate on science and religion, including the letters to Benedetto Castelli and the Grand Duchess Christina, plus key documents from Galileo's trial before the Inquisition. William R. Shea's introduction gives a clear, lively overview of Galileo's career and achievements, and his notes explain the scientific and philosophical background. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. |