The Sidereal Messenger of Galileo Galilei by Galileo Galilei and Johannes Kepler

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Author Galilei, Galileo, 1564-1642
Author Kepler, Johannes, 1571-1630
Translator Carlos, Edward Stafford
LoC No. 07005111
Title The Sidereal Messenger of Galileo Galilei
and a Part of the Preface to Kepler's Dioptrics Containing the Original Account of Galileo's Astronomical Discoveries
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Summary "The Sidereal Messenger of Galileo Galilei" by Galileo Galilei is a scientific publication written in the early 17th century. This work details Galileo's groundbreaking astronomical discoveries made through his improved telescope, which revolutionized the study of the cosmos. The text focuses on various celestial phenomena, including the observation of the Moon's surface and his discovery of Jupiter's satellites, which played a vital role in advancing the Copernican model of the solar system. The opening of the text introduces Galileo's passion for celestial observation, sparked by the invention of the telescope. It recounts his early successes, detailing the construction of his own telescope and the clarity it provided in observing the Moon's rugged surface, which contradicted the long-held belief in its smoothness. Additionally, Galileo expresses excitement over his observations of four previously unknown celestial bodies orbiting Jupiter, which he names the "Medicean Stars." He invites fellow astronomers to verify his findings, setting the stage for a transformative period in astronomy that challenged existing paradigms regarding the structure of the universe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QB: Science: Astronomy
Subject Astronomy -- Early works to 1800
Subject Jupiter (Planet) -- Satellites
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EBook-No. 46036
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 24, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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