Great Scientists: Galileo Galilei

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Galileo Galilei tells the story of ‘the father of science – covering his origins as the son of a musician, through his work in astronomy and optics, his troubles with the Church and his enduring legacy today. For children working through book bands, it is suitable for those reading at book band 13: grey. Great Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world’s great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was important.