by Max Brod (Author), Stefan Zweig (Introduction by), Felix Warren Crosse (Translator)
""The Redemption of Tycho Brahe"" is a historical novel written by Max Brod. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the life of Tycho Brahe, a Danish astronomer and alchemist. The story begins with Tycho's childhood and his fascination with the stars. As he grows older, Tycho becomes increasingly interested in astronomy and begins to make groundbreaking discoveries. However, his success is short-lived as he is betrayed by his own family and exiled from Denmark.The novel then follows Tycho as he travels across Europe, seeking redemption for his past mistakes. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters, including Johannes Kepler, a young astronomer who becomes his prot�����g�����. Together, they work to uncover the mysteries of the universe and make groundbreaking discoveries that will change the course of history.Throughout the novel, Brod explores themes of redemption, betrayal, and the pursuit of knowledge. He paints a vivid picture of life in 16th century Europe, capturing the political and social upheavals of the time. ""The Redemption of Tycho Brahe"" is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that will appeal to anyone interested in history, science, and the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Number of Pages: 308
Dimensions: 0.69 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: March 01, 2007