This seminal work by the German mathematician and astronomer Johannes Kepler lays out the principles of his revolutionary approach to scientific inquiry. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of mathematics, physics, and astronomy, Kepler argues for the importance of empirical observation and mathematical modeling in the pursuit of scientific truth. He also provides detailed accounts of his own groundbreaking discoveries in the fields of optics, planetary motion, and celestial mechanics.

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