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“The study of mathematics is the indispensable basis for all intellectual and spiritual progress.”

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Francis Cornford

Francis Cornford was a British poet and philosopher, known for his scholarly work and poetic talent. His works often reflected his deep engagement with ancient Greek and Roman literature, and he is remembered for his unique blend of poetic expression and scholarly insight. more

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