copernicus, nicolaus

Offers a brief introduction to the life of Copernicus, discussing how he invented the telescope, his development of the heliocentric theory, and his other contributions to astronomy and physics.

Investigates the reasons why sixteenth-century astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus was led to believe that the Earth was not the center of the universe but circled around the sun, and discusses the far-reaching consequences of his discovery for society and science.

Chronicles the life and work of Polish astronomer Nicholas Copernicus, discussing how his work became the foundation for modern astronomy.

Examines the life and work of Nicolaus Copernicus, focusing on his revolutionary theories, which changed how people viewed the universe, and explaining why his work was kept secret for more than twenty years and why it was almost never published.

Contains a brief biography of Nicolaus Copernicus, the doctor, lawyer, and church official who developed the theory that the planets revolved around the sun, and includes information on his early life, and the events that lead to his discovery.

Traces the story of the reclusive sixteenth-century cleric who introduced the revolutionary idea that the Earth orbits the sun, describing the dangerous forces and complicated personalities that marked the publication of Copernicus's findings.

Presents the life and work of the famous sixteenth-century Polish astronomer.

Discusses the youth, education, scientific observations, conflict with religious teachings and the Church, and legacy of Nicolaus Copernicus.

A biography of astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, who challenged the belief of his age that Earth was the center of the universe and proved that it is, instead, a planet orbiting the Sun.

Tells the life story of sixteenth-century astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, the first to declare that the sun does not revolve around Earth; describes the world in which he lived; and includes selected primary sources.