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Nicolaus Copernicus
Father of Modern Astronomy (Giants of Science)
By Ingram, Scott
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-1-56711-489-8
- Publisher
- Blackbirch Press
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on June 1, 2005
Gr 5-9 This clearly written biography begins with a summary of astronomical ideas over the centuries and follows with Copernicus's contributions to this body of knowledge through his development of the scientific method to validate the heliocentric theory. The book includes the forces that impacted the astronomer's life and his work, such as his appointment as canon, or administrator, of the Ermeland Diocese in Frombork, Poland, which guarantee...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
