“I believe the calculation of the quantity of probability might be improved to a very useful and pleasant speculation, and applied to a great many events which are accidental, besides those of games; only these cases would be infinitely more confused, as depending on chances which the most part of men are ignorant of.”
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Work
Miscellaneous Works of the Late Dr. Arbuthnot
This volume includes a variety of Dr. Arbuthnot's works, showcasing his wit and scholarly pursuits across different subjects including medicine, philosophy, and satire. more
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John Arbuthnot
John Arbuthnot, born on April 29, 1667, and died on February 27, 1735, was an influential British physician. He made significant contributions to the field of medicine, particularly in the areas of epidemiology and medical statistics. more
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Source: The Life and Works of John Arbuthnot, M.D.: Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians
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