Stories Of The Great Astronomers Conversations With A Child (1900)

""Stories Of The Great Astronomers: Conversations With A Child"" is a book written by Edward Singleton Holden and published in 1900. The book is a collection of stories that aim to introduce young readers to the lives and works of some of the most famous astronomers in history. The book is written in the form of conversations between a father and his child, where the father explains the achievements and discoveries of astronomers such as Galileo Galilei, Johannes Kepler, and Isaac Newton. The stories are written in a simple and engaging style, making it easy for young readers to understand complex scientific concepts.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the discovery of the telescope, the laws of planetary motion, and the theory of gravity. It also includes interesting anecdotes about the astronomers' personal lives and their struggles to overcome the challenges of their time.Overall, ""Stories Of The Great Astronomers: Conversations With A Child"" is a fascinating and educational book that provides an excellent introduction to the history of astronomy. It is suitable for children aged 8 and above, as well as adults who are interested in learning more about the lives and works of the great astronomers.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.