Böcker av Mario Biagioli

Focusing on the aspects of Galileo's scientific life that extended beyond court culture and patronage, this title offers an account of the different systems of exchanges, communication, and credibility at work in Galileo's career. It is intended for readers interested in the history of astronomy and the history of science in general.

Examining fundamental concepts and challenging conventional narratives - including those centered around authorship, invention, and the public domain - this book provides an introduction to intellectual property rights, an important intersection of law, culture, and material production.