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Galileo and 400 Years of Telescopic Astronomy - Astronomers' Universe
Peter Grego
In 1609 Galileo first used his telescope to kick-start the science of observational astronomy. This book covers his life and achievements and shows how astronomy has developed since. It includes practical projects in which amateur astronomers can participate.
310 pages, 154 black & white illustrations, 22 colour illustrations, biography
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | September 13, 2010 |
| ISBN13 | 9781441955708 |
| Publishers | Springer-Verlag New York Inc. |
| Pages | 300 |
| Dimensions | 157 × 235 × 17 mm · 453 g |
| Language | English |
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