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I highly recommend Arthur Koestler's 'Sleepwalkers'. It's a detailed history of Copernicus, Brahe and in particular Kepler, but is also about how new models of
by lemmy 11y ago
I highly recommend Arthur Koestler's 'Sleepwalkers'. It's a detailed history of Copernicus, Brahe and in particular Kepler, but is also about how new models of knowledge gain traction. So it goes way beyond simplistic 'lone genius' analyses but still celebrates the great achievements of individuals. A wonderful read.
- johnchristopher 11y agoIndeed, it's a nice read. I would like to add it also features a nice introduction to greek astronomy.