For twenty-five centuries mathematicians have been in the habit of correcting their errors — and seeing their science enriched rather than impoverished thereby. This gives them the right to contemplate the future with serenity.


In: Lucienne Felix, The Modern Aspect of Mathematics (p. 33)

Nicolas Bourbaki Quotes

For twenty-five centuries mathematicians have been in the habit of correcting their errors — and seeing their science enriched rather than...

For twenty-five centuries mathematicians have been in the habit of correcting their errors — and seeing their science enriched rather than...

For twenty-five centuries mathematicians have been in the habit of correcting their errors — and seeing their science enriched rather than...

For twenty-five centuries mathematicians have been in the habit of correcting their errors — and seeing their science enriched rather than...