Can I read Galileo: And the Science Deniers on EtoBox?

Galileo: And the Science Deniers by Марио Ливио; перевод с английского Н. Колпаковой is a science book available to read on EtoBox.

What is Galileo: And the Science Deniers about?

An "intriguing and accessible" ( Publishers Weekly ) interpretation of the life of Galileo Galilei, one of history's greatest and most fascinating scientists, that sheds new light on his discoveries and how he was challenged by science deniers. "We really need this story now, because we're living through the next chapter of science denial" (Bill McKibben). Galileo's story may be more relevant today than ever before. At present, we face enormous crises—such as minimizing the dangers of climate change—because the science behind these threats is erroneously questioned or ignored. Galileo encountered this problem 400 years ago. His discoveries, based on careful observations and ingenious experiments, contradicted conventional wisdom and the teachings of the church at the time. Consequently, in a blatant assault on freedom of thought, his books were forbidden by church authorities. Astrophysicist and bestselling author Mario Livio draws on his own scientific expertise and uses his "gifts as a great storyteller" ( The Washington Post ) to provide a "refreshing perspective" ( Booklist ) into how Galileo reached his bold new conclusions about the cosmos and the laws of nature. A freethin

Who reads Galileo: And the Science Deniers?

Author

Марио Ливио; перевод с английского Н. Колпаковой

Publisher

Simon & Schuster Paperbacks

Published

2021

Language

EN

ISBN

9785001393054

Category

science

Subjects

Science, Memoir, Astronomy

Rating

4.5 / 5 (259 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14