The Martyrs of Science by Sir David Brewster presents the lives of three giants of the Scientific Revolution: Galileo Galilei, Tycho Brahe, and Johannes Kepler. Brewster, himself a noted physicist, recounts their astronomical discoveries, their struggles against opposition and misfortune, and their contributions to the new understanding of the heavens.
Written in the nineteenth century, the book frames these astronomers as devoted seekers of truth who suffered for their pursuit of knowledge. It offers accessible biographies of the men who helped overturn the old cosmology. This free EPUB edition presents the complete text for readers interested in the history of astronomy and early modern science.