A vividly imagined novel set in sixteenth century France where a young astronomer endeavors to uncover the secret that threatens to overturn Catholicism and the reign of François I.
Paris, 1534."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Lawrence Goldstone is the author or co-author of more that a dozen books, and has written for the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, New Republic, Chicago Tribune, and Miami Herald. He and his wife, author Nancy Goldstone, live in Sagaponack, New York.
“To describe Lawrence Goldstone's The Astronomer as a great historical whodunit, is to do it a gross injustice. By artfully weaving theological conflicts and personal dilemmas with a well-crafted murder story, set in the early years of the Reformation, Goldstone manages both to illuminate the human side of a fascinating historical era and to add spiritual depth to the lives of the people caught up in its wheels. A novel which can delight the lover of mysteries without disappointing one bit the reader of serious fiction.”
- Apostolos Doxiadis, author of 'Logicomix'
“Lawrence Goldstone has produced a thinking person's suspense novel, a moral thriller whose plot is propelled along by ideas as much as by action. The novel's hairpin turns lead us through the history of astronomy, the politics of religion, questions of loyalty and faith, and the grubby labyrinth that was sixteenth-century Paris.”
- Ross King, author of 'Brunelleschi's Dome'
“Clever, fast-moving, and richly depicted, The Astronomer is the kind of book that makes you forget about dinner―until you smell the chicken burning in the oven.”
- New York Journal of Books
“Goldstone keeps his 16th-century themes―murder, religious fanaticism, espionage and court intrigue―moving at a 21st-century pace.”
- Kirkus Reviews
“Goldstone turns his attention to the problem of traditional thinking versus the scientific approach to the physical world. The author nicely balances the reality of torture and injustice in the Middle Ages with the beginnings of enlightened thinking and the history of a new ideology. A taut aura of impending violence, a darkness of spirit, and a likable young hero.”
- Booklist
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Reprint. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 39708037-6
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Reprint. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 17272053-6
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Bellwetherbooks, McKeesport, PA, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: As New. Reprint. LIKE NEW!!! Has a red or black remainder mark on bottom/exterior edge of pages. Seller Inventory # PB-LN-1681775514
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.5. Seller Inventory # G1681775514I3N00
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.5. Seller Inventory # G1681775514I2N00
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Bellwetherbooks, McKeesport, PA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Reprint. Very Good Condition - May show some limited signs of wear and may have a remainder mark. Pages and dust cover are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. Seller Inventory # PG-PB-VG-1681775514
Quantity: 3 available
Seller: St Vincent de Paul of Lane County, Eugene, OR, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. THIS WAS A THIS IS A LIBRARY DONATION THAT REMAINS IN GREAT CONDITION ,COMPLETE AND RESPECTFULLF USED. MAY HAVE IDENTIFING LIBRARY STICKER. Former Library book. paperback 100% of proceeds go to charity! Good condition with all pages in tact. Item shows signs of use and may have cosmetic defects. Seller Inventory # R-01-4339
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Powell's Bookstores Chicago, ABAA, Chicago, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Used - Like New. Near fine. Paperback. 2017. May contain remainder mark. Originally published at $15.95. Seller Inventory # W105569
Quantity: 20 available
Seller: Book Deals, Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Good condition. This is the average used book, that has all pages or leaves present, but may include writing. Book may be ex-library with stamps and stickers. 0.61. Seller Inventory # 353-1681775514-gdd
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Ebooksweb, Bensalem, PA, U.S.A.
Condition: VeryGood. signs of little wear on the cover. Seller Inventory # 52GZZZ00ZX76_ns
Quantity: 1 available