[ExI] Gemini on Mathematical Realism

[Ben Zaiboc]

On 08/10/2026 16:19, John K Clark wrote:
> Mathematics is the language of physics but like any language it is capable of writing both fiction and non-fiction, I have often wondered if some of the more esoteric areas of higher mathematics might be the mathematical equivalent of a Harry Potter novel.


A very good point. Any language worthy of the name must be capable of making untrue statements, not to mention total gibberish, as well as true and useful statements.

Ha, that gives me hope! I always thought it was my fault that maths often seems to make no sense (only half joking. I've still never seen any sensible reason for 1 not being a prime number).

Personally, I don't think it's even necessary to get into 'esoteric areas of higher mathematics' to find oneself in the fiction section.
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Ben