Galileo's Instruments of Credit: Telescopes, Images, Secrecy
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Galileo's Instruments of Credit: Telescopes, Images, Secrecy
Book Details
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Author: Mario Biagioli
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Brand: University of Chicago Press
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Edition: New
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Binding: Paperback
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Format: Illustrated
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Number of Pages: 316
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Release Date: 15-07-2007
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ISBN: 9780226045627
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Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.0 x 0.8 inches
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Languages: English
About The Book
In "Galileo's Instruments of Credit," Mario Biagioli presents a radical revision of the life and work of Galileo Galilei. In just six years, Galileo's transformation from a mathematics professor to a court philosopher and eventually a target of the Inquisition is examined. This work sheds new light on key episodes in Galileo’s career, including his 1610 telescopic discoveries, the sunspot dispute, and his conflict with the Holy Office over Copernicanism and Scripture.
Biagioli's revisionist account explores Galileo's tactics and responses to unforeseen challenges, inventions, and discoveries. The book focuses on the communication and credibility systems that played a crucial role in Galileo's success, beyond mere court culture and patronage. This book will appeal to readers interested in the history of astronomy and the history of science in general, offering insights into the complexities of Galileo’s career and the broader scientific and social contexts in which his discoveries occurred.
