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ERIC Number: EJ590196
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1999
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0926-7220
The Galileo Affair from John Milton to John Paul II: Problems and Prospects.
Finocchiaro, Maurice A.
Science and Education, v8 n2 p189-209 Mar 1999
Distinguishes between Galileo's original 20-year trial and the subsequent 350-year controversy and the historical aftermath of the original episode from the reflective commentary on it. Provides an in-depth characterization and sketch of the historical aftermath and reflective commentary. Contains 90 references. (Author/WRM)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Philosophy, Physics, Religion, Science History, Scientific Concepts, Scientific Principles
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Galileo
Note: Special issue on Galileo and Science Education.