Publisher's Synopsis
The Redemption of Tycho Brahe is a historical novel written by Max Brod. The book tells the story of the famous Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe and his quest for redemption. The novel is set in the late 16th century and follows Tycho Brahe's life as he struggles with his own personal demons and the challenges of the scientific world.The novel begins with Tycho Brahe's childhood and his early interest in astronomy. As he grows older, he becomes more and more obsessed with the stars and spends his life studying them. However, his obsession takes a dark turn when he becomes addicted to alcohol and falls into a deep depression.Despite his personal struggles, Tycho Brahe continues to make important scientific discoveries and becomes one of the most respected astronomers of his time. However, his reputation is tarnished when he is accused of murder and forced to leave Denmark.The Redemption of Tycho Brahe follows Tycho Brahe's journey as he tries to redeem himself and clear his name. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including fellow astronomers, alchemists, and even the devil himself.The novel is a fascinating exploration of Tycho Brahe's life and the world of astronomy in the late 16th century. It is a tale of redemption, passion, and the pursuit of knowledge that will captivate readers from beginning to end.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.
