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Galileo
Title:
Galileo
Author:
Wood, Ruth.
Publication Information:
West Long Branch, NJ : Kultur, [2001]
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (50 min.) : sound, color, with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Summary:
This is the story of the brilliant Italian astronomer and mathematician who dared to challenge the accepted teachings of his day. Galileo's work brought him to the attention of the Inquisition and one of history's greatest minds was forced to work his last years under house arrest. Featuring atmospheric specially-filmed dramatised depictions and rare contemporary images, this program vividly recreates Galileo's life and work. It also includes expert comment and interpretation by the eminient historians Les Prince and Joel Roderick.
General Note:
Copyright of 1996 on video.
Language:
English
Personal Subject:
ISBN:
9780769781396
UPC:
032031711396
Format :
DVD