“If the theory of numbers could be employed for any practical and obviously honourable purpose, if it could be turned directly to the furtherance of human happiness or the relief of human suffering, as physiology and even chemistry can, then surely neither Gauss nor any other mathematician would have been so foolish as to decry or regret such applications. But science works for evil as well as for good; and both Gauss and lesser mathematicians may be justified in rejoicing that there is one science at any rate, and that their own, whose very remoteness from ordinary human activities should keep it gentle and clean.”
Quote by G.H. Hardy
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A Mathematician's Apology
This work delves into the essence of mathematics, discussing its purpose, the motivations of mathematicians, and the significance of mathematical inquiry. The author reflects on the challenges and rewards of a life dedicated to mathematics, offering insights into the intellectual and personal aspects of the field. more
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