George Peacock

George Peacock (9 April 1791 – 8 November 1858) was an English mathematician.

Read more about George Peacock:  Early Life, Mathematical Career, Clerical Career, Private Life, Algebraic Theory

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    “The rich man goes out yachting,
    Where sanctity can’t pursue him;
    The poor goes afloat
    In a fourpenny boat,
    Where the bishop groans to view him.”
    —Thomas Love Peacock (1785–1866)