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The Day the Universe Changed: How Galileo's Telescope Changed the Truth

James Burke
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The Day the Universe Changed: How Galileo's Telescope Changed the Truth

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1995

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James Burke

The Day the Universe Changed: How Galileo's Telescope Changed the Truth

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy
Setting

Europe • 17th century

Topic
Philosophy

Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1180L

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The Day the Universe Changed: How Galileo's Telescope Changed the Truth by James Burke explores how Galileo's use of the telescope revolutionized scientific understanding and altered humanity's perception of truth. The book details the profound impact of this technological advancement on society, illustrating the transformative power of new perspectives in breaking established worldviews.

Informative

Inspirational

Contemplative

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Philosophy
Setting

Europe • 17th century

Topic
Philosophy

Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1180L

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