Breakthroughs Of Early Greek Astronomy

Between 600 and 200 BC, Greek astronomers went from being flat-Earthers to full proto-scientists with reasonable models ... (more)

Between 600 and 200 BC, Greek astronomers went from being flat-Earthers to full proto-scientists with reasonable models and distances for the Solar System. How and why did this revolution happen? Focus on the achievements of Thales, Aristarchus, Eratosthenes, and Aristotle. (less)