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“A linguist would be shocked to learn that if a set is not closed this does not mean that it is open, or again that "E is dense in E" does not mean the same thing as "E is dense in itself".”

Quote by John Edensor Littlewood

Book:A mathematicians's miscellany

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A mathematicians's miscellany

This book offers a diverse array of mathematical curiosities, including historical anecdotes, challenging problems, and personal reflections from a distinguished mathematician. It is intended for readers with an interest in mathematics, ranging from enthusiasts to professionals. more

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John Edensor Littlewood

John Edensor Littlewood was an outstanding British mathematician known for his contributions to number theory, analysis, and probability theory. His research spanned a wide range of areas including group theory in number theory, number-theoretic functions, and limit theorems in probability theory. more

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