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Springer Galileo And 400 Years Of Telescopic Astronomy 2010 Edition by Peter Grego David Mannion
In 1609 Galileo first used his telescope to kick start the science of observational astronomy - an event that proved to be of enormous historic scientific and cultural importance. Galileo and 400 Years of Telescopic Astronomy will feature the life and achievements of Galileo around which has pivoted the story of four centuries of telescopic astronomy. The book will detail how astronomy has progressed through four centuries and contain glimpses of future space research and astronomy goals. Uniquely interwoven with the text will be a range of practical projects for backyard astronomers in which to participate projects that serve to illustrate many of Galileo's scientific discoveries. Table of contents : Eyes on the Skies.- Galileo Magnifico.- Newton's Universe.- Surveying the Solar System.- A Bigger Picture Unfolds.- Beyond Vision.