Dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo

"Dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo" is Galileo Galilei’s 1632 book comparing the geocentric view (Earth at the center) with the heliocentric model (Sun at the center). The dialogue features characters debating these ideas, illustrating the scientific evidence supporting heliocentrism, such as planetary motion and telescopic observations. Galileo advocates for the Copernican system, challenging traditional teachings. The book helped shift scientific thinking toward modern astronomy but also led to controversy with the church. Overall, it emphasizes the importance of evidence-based reasoning and marked a pivotal moment in scientific history.