02289cam a22003253u 4500 44730 UtSlPG 20260610134028.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 14007324 UtSlPG en iso639-1 QA Moritz, Robert Édouard, 1868-1940 Memorabilia Mathematica; or, the Philomath's Quotation-Book Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-01-22 Produced by Peter Vachuska, Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Memorabilia Mathematica; or, the Philomath's Quotation-Book" by Robert Edouard Moritz is a collection of mathematical quotations written in the early 20th century. This work brings together over a thousand quotations from various thinkers, discussing diverse perspectives on mathematics and its significance in understanding the world. The book aims to serve as a valuable resource for teachers, writers, and enthusiasts of mathematics, providing inspiration and insight into the discipline's philosophical and practical implications. The beginning of the book includes a preface in which Moritz outlines the purpose and scope of the collection. He notes the importance of precise references for each quote and discusses the challenges of compiling such a comprehensive anthology. The opening introduces the reader to a series of notable thoughts on the nature of mathematics, indicating that it encompasses a wide range of views from poets, philosophers, and mathematicians, all conveying a deep appreciation for the subject. Moritz expresses hope that the work will encourage both mathematicians and laypersons to engage more fully with the beauty and depth of mathematical thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Mathematics Mathematics -- Quotations, maxims, etc. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44730 85569 85569