Copernicus

By Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

""Copernicus"" by Elbert Hubbard is a biography of the famous astronomer and mathematician, Nicolaus Copernicus. The book covers Copernicus' life, his education, his work as a canon lawyer and physician, and his groundbreaking astronomical discoveries that revolutionized the field. Hubbard also delves into Copernicus' personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, and his struggles with the church and the scientific community. The book is written in a conversational style and includes quotes from Copernicus' own writings, as well as illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand his theories. Overall, ""Copernicus"" provides a comprehensive and engaging look at one of the most important figures in the history of science.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Scientists, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103951.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162886005
• ISBN13: 9781162886008
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"