3 ed.

New York, NY, Estados Unidos : Mcmillan Company, 1975.

751 p. : il. ; 24 cm.

Laurel Edition ; 15

Incluye referencias de temas, apéndices, lista de otras obras mencionadas en el libro, reconocimientos e índice temático.

In this future classic, which was recommended reading for all freshmen entering Radcliffe College in 1965, Arthur Koestler argues that the scientist's insight is similar to the artist's act of creation, and that they share certain psychological conditions. Examining the common factors in scientific, artistic, and comic creations, he gives examples from psychology, Eastern mysticism, biology, and literature which yield "the moment of truth" in the creator's achievement. discussing the nature of genius, he defines the process by which ability evolves into a completed work, and finds similarities to the creative process throughout the entire animal kingdom. A permanently rewarding book for all students of psychology, philosophy, and literature, as well as future and contemporary scientists. Tomado de Amazon: "He was born in Budapest in 1905, educated in Vienna, Arthur Koestler immersed himself in the major ideological and social conflicts of his time. A communist during the 1930s, and visitor for a time in the Soviet Union, he became disillusioned with the Party and left it in 1938. Later that year in Spain, he was captured by the Fascist forces under Franco, and sentenced to death. Released through the last-minute intervention of the British government, he went to France where, the following year, he again was arrested for his political views. Released in 1940, he went to England, where he made his home. His novels, reportage, autobiographical works, and political and cultural writings established him as an important commentator on the dilemmas of the 20th century. He died in 1983".