About this Book

Galileo Galilei - Biography of the Father of Science is a biography of Galileo (15 February 1564 - 8 January 1642) an Italian astronomer, physicist, mathematician and philosopher whose contributions had a significant role in the scientific revolution. His achievements include making improvements to the telescope, which led to significant discoveries in astronomy and supporting Copernicus's heliocentric theory that the earth revolves around the sun (despite the Church's disapproval at the time.) Galileo Galilei - Biography of the Father of Science is highly recommended for those interested in the history and life of Galileo Galilei, the "the father of science" and also for those interested in the way his contributions influenced the world.