Copernicus' Secret
Copernicus was the first to realize the Earth revolves around the Sun, but fear of backlash kept his calculations hidden for over thirty years.
Season 1
S01:E01 - The Woman Who Opened Nicolaus' Eyes
For 30 years Copernicus is sure, the earth revolves around the sun. At the same time, he is plagued by doubts because his mathematical calculations do not coincide with astronomical observations.
S01:E02 - Triumph of Science
Copernicus allowed his groundbreaking On the Revolution of the Heavenly Spheres to be printed shortly before his death. Banned for over 200 years, it sparked the Copernican revolution.
Genres
Documentary, History
Subtitles
English
TV-PG
This program contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children.