Arthur Koestler

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Arthur Koestler: A British writer of Hungarian origin, known for his literary works that critically examined political ideologies, particularly his novel exposing the Stalinist purges of the 1930s. He lived from 1905 to 1983.
Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • The works of Arthur Koestler offer a profound insight into the disillusionment with totalitarian regimes.
    • In his essay, the scholar analyzed the political evolution of Arthur Koestler.
Advanced Usage
  • "Koestlerian" (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Arthur Koestler or his ideas, often involving themes of political disillusionment, psychology, or the intersection of science and the humanities.
    • The novel's critique of ideological dogma was deeply Koestlerian in nature.
Variants and Related Words
  • Koestler (n): A common shortened reference to Arthur Koestler.
    • Koestler's later writings focused on parapsychology and the history of science.
Synonyms
  • Author: A writer of a book, article, or report.
  • Novelist: A writer of novels.
  • Essayist: A writer of essays, especially on a particular subject.
Related Phrases
  • "Darkness at Noon": The title of Arthur Koestler's most famous novel, which details the Stalinist purges. This phrase is often used to reference the novel itself or its themes.
    • The course on 20th-century literature included a study of "Darkness at Noon".
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Noun
  1. British writer (born in Hungary) who wrote a novel exposing the Stalinist purges during the 1930s (1905-1983)

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