1. Life of Galileo
Analysis Drake divides up his book as follows: Early years, conflicts with philosophers, conflicts with astronomers and theologians, the Dialogue and the Inquisition and final years. ... In light of this it is evident that early on Galileo was encouraged to follow free thought and expression, and this free spirited nature would later be his undoing in my view. ... Drake convinces me through these words that Galileo provides an innovative approach with clear connections to how science is conducted today without any scientific analysis of his work. ...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate