Galileo: A Beginner's Guide

by Ina Taylor

The breadth of Galileo's achievements is impressive—ranging from the invention of an early thermometer to the discovery of moons around Jupiter. It is in the field of astronomy that he is best remembered, and this guide gives a clear, jargon-free introduction to Galileo and his work.

96 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003