Why I didn’t sign the Fields medallists’ letter

· Gowers Wordpress · Sept. 17, 2026, 7:34 a.m.
AI Technology mathematics Math Fermat's Last Theorem mathematics problem-solving Personal Experience
Summary
The author reflects on their early fascination with Fermat's Last Theorem and their unsuccessful attempt to prove it at a young age, emphasizing the valuable lessons learned from the experience.
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