Quote by Arthur Koestler

The progress of science is strewn, like an ancient desert trail, with the bleached skeleton of discarded theories which once seemed to possess eternal life.

The progress of science is strewn, like an ancient desert tr

Summary

This quote highlights the transient nature of scientific theories throughout history. It compares the progress of science to an ancient desert trail, metaphorically representing the vast expanse of scientific knowledge over time. The discarded theories, symbolized by bleached skeletons, signify that what was once accepted as truth can eventually be proven wrong or outdated. It emphasizes the dynamic and continuous evolution of scientific understanding, where theories are constantly scrutinized, challenged, and replaced by new ones that better explain the natural world.

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By Arthur Koestler

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