Johannes Kepler: Giant of Faith and Science

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Before Johannes Kepler could change the way the world understood the heavens, he had to overcome disease, war, exile, religious persecution―and the terrifying trial of his own mother for witchcraft. Johannes Kepler: Giant of Faith and Science brings young readers into the remarkable true story of the German mathematician and astronomer whose discoveries helped lay the foundation of modern astronomy. From a sickly and often unwanted childhood, Kepler rose to become Imperial Mathematician and discover the three laws of planetary motion―laws that later helped Isaac Newton develop his understanding of gravity. For Kepler, science and Christian faith were never enemies. He believed the order of the universe revealed the wisdom of its Creator, and he approached astronomy as a way of studying God’s magnificent handiwork. Through uncertainty, loss, and intense pressure to compromise his beliefs, Kepler remained committed to Scripture, truth, and intellectual honesty. Readers will follow Kepler as he: Studies the mysterious movements of the planets Works alongside the celebrated astronomer Tycho Brahe Investigates Galileo’s astonishing discoveries through the telescope Risks his home and livelihood rather than deny his Christian convictions Defends his mother when she is accused of witchcraft Develops the laws of planetary motion that transformed astronomy Imagines space travel centuries before humans reached the moon Written by mathematician and science educator John Hudson Tiner, this illustrated biography presents scientific ideas in a clear, engaging, story-driven style. Kepler’s dramatic life shows young readers that careful reasoning, courageous faith, and a determined search for truth can work together. An excellent choice for homeschool science and history, Christian education, family reading, or independent study, Johannes Kepler: Giant of Faith and Science introduces readers to one of history’s greatest scientific minds―and the faith that guided his extraordinary work.