Eddington Quotes

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Seeing math as art, Eddington reminds us that rigorous proofs hold lasting elegance. His note on the surprising link between equations and thermodynamic law reveals hidden harmony. Readers who enjoy this mix of science and beauty often explore the Physics, Philosophy of Mathematics, and Thermodynamics pages for more.

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Ronald A. Fisher

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G.H. Hardy

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