Description

Book Synopsis

When Nicolaus Copernicus claimed that the Earth was not stationary at the centre of the universe but circled the Sun, he brought about a total revolution in the sciences and consternation in the Church.

Copernicus' theory demanded a new physics to explain motion and force, a new theory of space, and a completely new conception of the nature of our universe. He also showed for the first time that a common-sense view of things isn't necessarily correct, and that mathematics can and does reveal the true nature of the material world.

As John Henry reveals, from his idea of a swiftly moving Earth Copernicus sowed the seed from which science has grown to be a dominant aspect of modern culture, fundamental in shaping our understanding of the workings of the cosmos.



Trade Review
'Contains a wealth of detail . an ideal introduction to Copernicus' * Morning Star *

Moving Heaven and Earth (Icon Science):

    Product form

    £7.19

    Includes FREE delivery

    RRP £8.99 – you save £1.80 (20%)

    Order before 4pm tomorrow for delivery by Wed 24 Jun 2026.

    A Paperback / softback by John Henry

    7 in stock

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of Moving Heaven and Earth (Icon Science): by John Henry

      Publisher: Icon Books
      Publication Date: 07/12/2017
      ISBN13: 9781785782695, 978-1785782695
      ISBN10: 178578269X
      Also in:
      Natural History Popular astronomy and space Science & Nature History of science Solar system: the Sun and planets

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      When Nicolaus Copernicus claimed that the Earth was not stationary at the centre of the universe but circled the Sun, he brought about a total revolution in the sciences and consternation in the Church.

      Copernicus' theory demanded a new physics to explain motion and force, a new theory of space, and a completely new conception of the nature of our universe. He also showed for the first time that a common-sense view of things isn't necessarily correct, and that mathematics can and does reveal the true nature of the material world.

      As John Henry reveals, from his idea of a swiftly moving Earth Copernicus sowed the seed from which science has grown to be a dominant aspect of modern culture, fundamental in shaping our understanding of the workings of the cosmos.



      Trade Review
      'Contains a wealth of detail . an ideal introduction to Copernicus' * Morning Star *

      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account