No matter how correct a mathematical theorem may appear to be, one ought never to be satisfied that there was not something imperfect about it until it also gives the impression of being beautiful.
George BooleAbout author
- Author's profession: Mathematician
- Nationality: irish
- Born: November 2, 1815
- Died: December 8, 1864
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