The subject matter of mathematics is the expressions themselves together with the rules for manipulating them—nothing more. - Edward Nelson

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The subject matter of mathematics is the expressions themselves together with the rules for manipulating them—nothing more.

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About Edward Nelson

Edward Nelson (May 4, 1932 – September 10, 2014) was a professor in the Mathematics Department at Princeton University. He was known for his work on mathematical physics and mathematical logic.

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