Mathematician's apology

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A Mathematician's Apology is the famous essay by British mathematician G. H. Hardy. It concerns the aesthetics of mathematics with some personal content, and gives the layman an insight into the mind of a working mathematician. Indeed, this book is often considered one of the best insights into the mind of a working mathematician written for the layman.

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Subject(s)Mathematics
Author(s)G H Hardy
Age14-16, 16-19, FE/HE
Published1967
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Shelf referenceA 510.92 HAR
Direct URLhttps://www.stem.org.uk/xffwk

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