Galileo : the genius who faced the inquisition /

Discusses the childhood, education, interests, and inventions of Galileo, as well as how his studies led to conflict with the Catholic church.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Steele, Philip, 1948-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, 2005.
Edition:1st, Marshall ed.
Series:National Geographic world history biographies.
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Online Access:Table of contents
Description
Summary:Discusses the childhood, education, interests, and inventions of Galileo, as well as how his studies led to conflict with the Catholic church.
Physical Description:64 pages : color illustrations, map ; 25 cm.
Awards:Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, 2006.
Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12, 2006.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:0792236564
0792236572