Quote by: Nicolaus Copernicus

Accordingly, since nothing prevents the earth from moving, I suggest that we should now consider also whether several motions suit it, so that it can be regarded as one of the planets. For, it is not the center of all the revolutions.


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Author Bio


  • NameNicolaus Copernicus
  • DescriptionRenaissance mathematician, astronomer, physician and canon
  • AliasesMiko?aj Kopernik; Nikolaus Kopernikus
  • BornFebruary 19, 1473
  • DiedMay 24, 1543
  • CountryPoland
  • ProfessionAstronomer; Jurist; Economist; Mathematician; Scientist; Physicist; Philosopher