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Why is Mathematics True and Beautiful?

Closer To Truth

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The Role of Beauty in Physics and Mathematics

This chapter explores the notions of beauty and simplicity in mathematics and physics and challenges the idea that they are necessary for progress. It discusses the concept of a grand unified theory and the role of beauty as a clue rather than a law in scientific validity.

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