Arthur Koestler
Born in 1905
Philosophy
Politics
Arthur Koestler was a Hungarian-British writer known for his diverse literary output.
Born in Budapest in 1905, he began his career in journalism before joining the German Communist Party in 1931.
Disillusioned with communism, he left the party in 1938 and wrote his most famous work, Darkness at Noon, in 1940.
Koestler's prolific writing career spanned essays, novels, and autobiographies, often exploring political and philosophical themes.
He received numerous accolades, including the Sonning Prize and a CBE. Diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and terminal leukemia, Koestler committed suicide in London in 1983, leaving behind a significant literary legacy.
