--- product_id: 59121072 title: "Galileo: A Very Short Introduction" price: "₪68" currency: ILS in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/59121072-galileo-a-very-short-introduction store_origin: IL region: Israel --- # Concise 144-page deep dive Explores scientific method origins Reinterprets Galileo's trial Galileo: A Very Short Introduction **Price:** ₪68 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔭 Unlock the genius behind the stars — don’t miss the story that changed science forever! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Galileo: A Very Short Introduction - **How much does it cost?** ₪68 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.il](https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/59121072-galileo-a-very-short-introduction) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Lucid Scientific Insight:** Discover Galileo’s revolutionary method that reshaped physics forever. - • **Endorsed by Thought Leaders:** Join thousands of readers appreciating this fresh, humanized portrayal of the father of science. - • **Bridges Science & Philosophy:** Understand the pivotal split that defined modern scientific thought. - • **Fresh Historical Perspective:** Challenge conventional narratives with a bold reinterpretation of Galileo’s trial. - • **Compact Intellectual Powerhouse:** All the brilliance of Galileo’s life and work in a sleek, accessible volume. ## Overview Galileo: A Very Short Introduction offers a concise, 144-page exploration of Galileo’s life, scientific method, and trial. Stillman Drake presents a groundbreaking reinterpretation, arguing that Galileo’s condemnation was driven by philosophical hostility rather than Church defiance. This book illuminates Galileo’s pivotal role in separating science from philosophy, making it essential reading for anyone fascinated by the origins of modern physics. ## Description In a startling reinterpretation of Galileo's trial, Stillman Drake advances the hypothesis that Galileo's prosecution and condemnation by the Inquisition was caused not by his defiance of the Church but by the hostility of contemporary philosophers. Galileo's own beautifully lucid arguments are used in this volume to show how his scientific method was utterly divorced from the Aristotelian approach to physics; it was based on a search not for causes but for laws. Galileo's methods had an overwhelming significance for the development of modern physics, and they led to a final parting of the ways between science and philosophy. Now, in this extraordinary and concise introduction, Drake provides a stimulating view of Galileo's life and works, providing a fresh perspective on Galileo's methodology and his final incrimination. Review: Excellent book - This is the story of the first scientist, and his struggles and successes, in overcoming obstructive hidebound philosophy. Science is ultimately a way of thinking and practicing, not 'facts' or 'inventions', and the author conveys this excellently. Review: New approach to Galileo 's philosophy - A very human approach to the work of Galileo giving a refreshingly new image of a pious and hardworking scientist who was very keen to protect the Church from its own follies. ## Features - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 411,988 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 927 in Scientist Biographies 977 in History of Science (Books) 1,169 in Astronomy (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 50 Reviews | ## Images ![Galileo: A Very Short Introduction - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/813NtjyhbzL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent book *by J***S on 23 August 2023* This is the story of the first scientist, and his struggles and successes, in overcoming obstructive hidebound philosophy. Science is ultimately a way of thinking and practicing, not 'facts' or 'inventions', and the author conveys this excellently. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ New approach to Galileo 's philosophy *by V***N on 5 February 2019* A very human approach to the work of Galileo giving a refreshingly new image of a pious and hardworking scientist who was very keen to protect the Church from its own follies. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly Recommended for Philosophical Types! *by J***E on 4 September 2014* I recommend this book to those who are interested in further exploring the juncture of the so-called "war" between both science and religion. Drake posits that the Galileo Affair occurred largely due to an under-investigated error. This error, related to an unsigned Affidavit that was authored by the Vatican, fueled the fire for the case of an actual "war" between science and religion. What Drake uncovers, is that philosophy actually played a bigger role in the Galileo Affair than most would care to admit. The Vatican was heavily invested in the Aristotelian school of thought, relating to space and the Earth resting as the center of the Universe; that is, heliocentricity. What emerges for Drake, is a probable misunderstanding of Galileo's devotion to the philosophical wisdom and truth contained within the Universe. Drake paints a highly plausible picture that Galileo was a very devoted Catholic, who insisted upon maintaining the integrity of the Vatican. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/59121072-galileo-a-very-short-introduction](https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/59121072-galileo-a-very-short-introduction) --- *Product available on Desertcart Israel* *Store origin: IL* *Last updated: 2026-07-12*