Quote by: Gian-Carlo Rota

Philosophers and psychiatrists should explain why it is that we mathematicians are in the habit of systematically erasing our footsteps. Scientists have always looked askance at this strange habit of mathematicians, which has changed little from Pythagoras to our day.


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  • NameGian-Carlo Rota
  • DescriptionAmerican mathematician and philosopher
  • BornApril 27, 1932
  • DiedApril 18, 1999
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionMathematician; Philosopher