Unique number: 33840
Course number: FS 301
Description: Galileo, with his demonstration of the truth
of the Copernican theory by means of astronomical sightings, has
been described as the man who "gave rise to the greatest
scandal in Christendom." His affair did not conclude with
his condemnation by the church in 1633, but has been the subject
of historians, scientists, poets, novelists, and playwrights for
over 300 years. We will examine the evidence from various viewpoints
to decide for ourselves the validity of the judgment against Galileo.
The class meets Tuesday and/or Thursdays from 9:00 to 11 AM (most meetings will be 9-9:50 AM on both days, but occasionally we will meet from 9:00 to 10:45 AM on either Tuesday or Thursday. These dates will be announced in class.
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Fall Semester 2003
Originated on 2 April 2003
Last modified on 24 June 2003