“Axiomatization is what one does last, it's rubbish. It's the hygiene of mathematics, axiomatization.”
Quote by Serge Lang
Work
The Beauty of Doing Mathematics: Three Public Dialogues
The Beauty of Doing Mathematics: Three Public Dialogues is a collection of discussions that aim to illuminate the aesthetic and intellectual appeal of mathematics. The book features dialogues that delve into the nature of mathematical beauty, the role of mathematics in different disciplines, and the human experience of engaging with mathematical ideas. more
Author
Serge Lang
Serge Lang was one of the most outstanding mathematicians of the 20th century. Born in May 1927 and died on September 12, 2005, Lang made significant contributions to algebraic geometry, number theory, and mathematical logic. more
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