Kepler's witch: an astronomer's discovery of cosmic order amid religious war, political intrigue, and the heresy trial of his mother
Biography, Science and medicine biography
Human-narrated audio, Automated braille
Summary
Professor's portrait of German astronomer Johannes Kepler (1571-1630), considered "the father of celestial mechanics." Examines Kepler's tribulations and triumphs as a protestant scientist during the Thirty Years' War, the Reformation, and the Counter-Reformation. Describes events such as his mother's witchcraft trial. Includes Kepler's letters and journal entries. 2004.
Title Details
ISBN
9780060522551
Publisher
HarperSanFrancisco
Copyright Date
2004
Book number
2396756
Audio details for CELA title
Narrator
Patricia Ross
Duration
17 hours 5 minutes 51 seconds
Audio producer
CNIB, 2008.
Braille details for CELA title
Volumes
15
Braille producer
CNIB, 2008.