Description: The Italian scientist Galileo Galilei has many inventions and theories to his credit, including a refracting telescope, which he used to study lunar craters, and the law of falling bodies. He also introduced to the world the four moons revolving around Jupiter. Today, our perception of the universe is greatly influenced by Galileo's discoveries. But at the time when he made his findings public, he was castigated for going against religion. Here is the story of this great astronomer, narrated in a manner that is sure to give the young readers a memorable visual tour through his life and achievements.