About “Galileo's Daughter”
Galileo's Daughter is a historical memoir that explores the life of Galileo Galilei and his relationship with his daughter Virginia, who became a cloistered nun known as Suor Maria Celeste. The book is based on the surviving letters between Galileo and his daughter, which Dava Sobel translated into English for the first time, offering insight into their bond and the broader context of science, faith, and politics during the 17th century.
Book details
- Published
- 1999
- Latest edition
- 1999 · ISBN 9780783889542
- ISBN
- 9780783889542
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Galileo's Daughter?
Galileo's Daughter by Dava Sobel has 571 pages.
