Lucid scholarly study illuminates contributions of three great pioneers whose 16th- and 17th-century work completely altered humanity's conception of the universe. Includes many key passages from the writings of Copernicus, Kepler, and Borelli. Translated by Dr. R. E. W. Maddison, the Librarian of the Royal Astronomical Society. 59 black-and-white illustrations.
Comets: Speculation and Discovery by Nigel Calder Exhilarating journey through centuries of fact and myth: origin and nature of comets, fantastic theories associated with their appearance, much more. Delightfully readable. 84 illustrations.
Copernicus and Modern Astronomy by Angus Armitage Masterly and authoritative, this book provides lucid accounts of the development and progress of the Copernican theory as well as a fascinating portrait of the man who clarified the basis for modern cosmology.
Three Copernican Treatises by Edward Rosen The first English translation of the writings of Copernicus, a founder of modern astronomy, this volume features the works that launched a revolution in the scientific perception of the universe. 1959 edition.
