An unparalleled history of Astronomy, documented with the very texts of the scientists who made the discoveries: Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, Newton, Halley, Hubble, and Einstein, as well as the dozens of others who contributed significantly to shaping the image we have of the Universe today.

From Aristotle's proof of the spherical shape of the Earth to the recent theory of the expanding Universe, this book includes 100 discoveries that cover the history of Astronomy. Award-winning author Marcia Bartusiak presents the context in which each impressive theory was made, while also explaining its place in scientific literature. The work "Archives of the Universe" is essential reading for professional astronomers, history of science enthusiasts, and anyone who gazes at the stars from their own backyard.