The Sleepwalkers

Arthur Koestler's 'The Sleepwalkers' offers a profound exploration of how humanity's understanding of the cosmos evolved, from the ancient Greeks to Isaac Newton. This work traces the intellectual journeys of pivotal figures like Ptolemy, Copernicus, Kepler, and Galileo, revealing how their revolutionary insights, often pursued intuitively, fundamentally reshaped Western science and our place in the universe.Why You Should Read? Discover the compelling history of astronomical theories and the scientists who conceived them. Gain insight into the philosophical and psychological dimensions of major scientific breakthroughs. Examine the critical argument that scientific progress often occurs through intuitive, almost irrational, leaps. Ideal for readers interested in the history of science, astronomy, or intellectual history.