Keplers Witch by James Connor

Keplers Witch by James Connor

16th century mathematician and astronomer Johannes Kepler was a brilliant scientist who discovered the three basic laws of planetary motion. But he was also a man of his time. Kepler was a Protestant and a supporter of the Copernican system at a time when either position could cost him his job or freedom, and practiced astrology for much of his life. At one point he was forced to quit his job as Imperial Mathematician for the Holy Roman Emperor in order to help defend his mother, who had been accused of witchcraft.

Set against the backdrop of his mother's trial, this lively biography of "the Protestant Galileo" reveals the surprisingly spiritual nature of the quest of early modern science. Many records have been translated into English for the first time. Connor's unforgettable story illuminates the life of Kepler, the man of science, but also Kepler, a man of uncommon faith and vision.James A. Connor is a former Jesuit priest who is now professor of English at Kean University in New Jersey. He has also held teaching posts at St. Louis University and Gonzaga University. The author of God's Breath and Other Stories and Silent Fire, Connor holds degrees in geosciences, philosophy, theology and creative writing, and a doctorate in literature and science. He is a prize-winning essayist and has been published many journals, including American Book Review, Traditional Home Magazine, Willow Springs, The Critic, The Iowa Review, and The Iowa Journal of Literary Studies."A fascinating book, analyzing a pivotal time in western intellectual history." -- John Shelby Spong, author of A New Christianity for a New World

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