Discover the grand narrative of human curiosity through the ages. This elegant volume traces science's transformative journey from ancient philosophers to modern researchers, revealing how each breakthrough reshaped our understanding of the cosmos, life itself, and our place within it. Journey through telescopic revelations that repositioned the sun at the centre of our universe, and explore the pivotal moments when scientific discovery fundamentally altered human consciousness. A sophisticated exploration of how wonder and rigorous inquiry have driven civilisation forward, this book celebrates the enduring human impulse to comprehend and master the natural world.