Galileo's Daughter

A fascinating biography like no other that explores the life and accomplishments of Galileo, the father of modern science, and the remarkable bond he shared with his daughter, a cloistered nun. Focusing on Galileo's clash with Catholic doctrine and eventual house arrest, his daughter's letters offer a stunning portrait of a person lost to history. Author Dava Sobel has masterfully woven these letters into the narrative to give readers a glimpse into the tumultuous era when humanity's perception of its place in the cosmos was being overturned.