Chronicling the Golden Age of Astronomy
The invention of the telescope at the dawning of the 17th century has revolutionized humanity''s understanding of the Universe and our place within it. This book traces the development of the telescope over four centuries, as well as the many personalities who used it to uncover brand-new revelations about the Sun, Moon, planets, stars and distant galaxies.
Starting with early observers such as Tho...
The invention of the telescope at the dawning of the 17th century has revolutionized humanity''s understanding of the Universe and our place within it. This book traces the development of the telescope over four centuries, as well as the many personalities who used it to uncover brand-new revelations about the Sun, Moon, planets, stars and distant galaxies.
Starting with early observers such as Tho...
