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Galileo Galilei: First Physicist

by James MacLachlan

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Examines the personality, thought processes, scientific discoveries, and life of an important figure who helped to shape our understanding of the natural world.

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Canonical title: Galileo Galilei: First Physicist
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Genres: Nonfiction, Science & Nature
DDC/MDS: 520.92 — Natural sciences & mathematics Astronomy Astronomy and allied sciences Biography And History Astronomer Biographies
LCC: QC16 .G35 .M33 — Science Physics Physics General
BISAC: JNF JUVENILE NONFICTION Biography & Autobiography Science & Technology

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Published: 1997
Genres: Nonfiction, Science & Nature
DDC/MDS: 520.92
LCC: QC16 .G35 .M33

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