Galileo
Jacqueline Mitton
Describes the life and work of the scientist who offered objective evidence that the earth was not the fixed center of the universe.
Read Time: ~2.1 hr
Galileo Galilei
by James MacLachlan (1999)
About this book
Examines the personality, thought processes, scientific discoveries, and life of an important figure who helped to shape our understanding of the natural world.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreGalileo Galilei Lead Character
Readers who enjoyed this also loved
George Washington
James Cross Giblin
Examines the family life and career of the first American president, also discussing myths and legends, monuments to Washington, and Mount Vernon.
James Oglethorpe
Cookie Lommel
A biography of the English founder and first governor of the colony of Georgia who was active in politics and penal reform.
Paul Robeson
Eloise Greenfield
"A biography of Paul Robeson, who overcame racial discrimination to become a world-famous African American athlete, actor, singer, and civil rights activist"--Provided by publisher.