Publisher's Synopsis
Johann Kepler 1571-1630: A Tercentenary Commemoration Of His Life And Work is a book published by The History Of Science Society. The book is a tribute to the life and work of Johann Kepler, a renowned German mathematician, astronomer, and astrologer who lived from 1571 to 1630. The book commemorates the 300th anniversary of Kepler's death and provides a comprehensive overview of his contributions to science and mathematics.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Kepler's life and work. The first section provides an introduction to Kepler's life and work, including his early years, education, and his contributions to astronomy and mathematics. The second section focuses on Kepler's famous laws of planetary motion, which revolutionized the field of astronomy and provided a new understanding of the solar system.The third section of the book explores Kepler's work in optics, including his theories on the nature of light and the formation of images. The fourth section discusses Kepler's contributions to the field of astrology, including his belief in the influence of the planets on human affairs.The book also includes a number of essays by leading scholars in the field of history of science, who provide insights into Kepler's life and work from a variety of perspectives. These essays cover topics such as Kepler's relationship with Tycho Brahe, his religious beliefs, and his influence on later scientists.Overall, Johann Kepler 1571-1630: A Tercentenary Commemoration Of His Life And Work is a comprehensive and insightful tribute to one of the most important figures in the history of science. It provides a detailed overview of Kepler's life and work, as well as new insights into his contributions to astronomy, mathematics, optics, and astrology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
