... mathematicians progress only by doubt, through humble and constant attempts to impinge on the immense domain of the unknown. (Leopold Infeld)

... mathematicians progress only by doubt, through humble and constant attempts to impinge on the immense domain of the unknown.

Leopold Infeld

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