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In this book, Walter W. Bryant traces the history of astronomy through the ages. We start at the very beginning, where astronomy was an occupation of priests, move with the help of the Arabs through the middle ages to the (re-) discovery of the heliocentric system by Copernicus, Brahe, Kepler, and Galileo. A discussion of Newton and his laws follows as well as a description of the biographies and works of successors like Halley, Herschel, and Bessel. The second half of the book deals with (at the time) recent discoveries with respect to our solar system and the comets, meteors, and stars ...

Kepler is the perfect audiobook for science and history geeks! In this delightful biography of one of astronomy's greatest stars, Walter W. Bryant brings to life the story of John (or Johannes) Kepler, who discovered the physical laws that govern the motion of the planets and stars. Kepler's life in the early 17th century was filled with themes common to even today's modern scientists: securing funding to continue his work, finding colleagues who agreed with his theories, avoiding persecution by the church.

Dive into the life and times of Johannes Kepler, as we start from the pre-Keplerian era of astronomy and move through his formative years. Learn about his intriguing work partnership with Tycho Brahe and the groundbreaking Keplers laws that changed our understanding of the cosmos. Journey with us to his final years in this engaging biography. (Summary by Bill Boerst)

Dive into the life of Galileo Galilei, hailed as the pioneering figure in observational astronomy, the scientific method, and modern physics. This engaging biography provides a glimpse into the ups and downs of his illustrious career, his groundbreaking discoveries, and the controversies that have marked his journey.