= A Mathematician's Apology
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"A Mathematician's Apology" is a book written by the British mathematician G.H. Hardy, published in 1940. The work is a reflection on the aesthetics and philosophy of mathematics, as well as Hardy's thoughts on the nature of mathematical proof and creativity. In the book, Hardy famously defends pure mathematics, emphasizing its beauty and intellectual rigor, while contrasting it with applied mathematics, which he viewed as less elegant.
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