This chapter explores Johannes Hevelius' innovative lunar cartography, where he mapped the moon reflecting terrestrial features, and his discovery of lunar liberation. It also introduces Elisabetta Kopmann's early passion for astronomy and her connection to Hevelius, hinting at her future contributions in the field.
Johannes Hevelius and his second wife and collaborator, Elisabetha were the 17th-century's astronomy power couple. For one, they had a personal observatory that was considered one of the most important in all Europe.
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