3 ms·

> The beauty of maths is that it exists independent of all other considerations. This seems to be where Perelman comes from. Okay, so why publish at all? Why n

by smhost 5y ago

> The beauty of maths is that it exists independent of all other considerations. This seems to be where Perelman comes from. Okay, so why publish at all? Why not just sit in mathematical nirvana in a cave, having discovered the math-God?

gumby 5y ago
I think many do this, though it’s impossible to tell of course. I do know a couple of mathematicians (one sometimes discussed on HN) who only circulate proofs, or conjectures, among themselves.
thayne 5y ago
Because you wish for others to share in its beuty.