Francesco Severi: il suo pensiero matematico e politico prima e dopo la Grande Guerra
Ciro Ciliberto, Emma Sallent Del Colombo
TL;DR
This paper explores the multifaceted personality of Italian mathematician Francesco Severi, examining how World War I influenced his mathematical, political, and philosophical development and contributions.
Contribution
It provides a comprehensive analysis of Severi's life and work, highlighting the impact of World War I as a pivotal turning point in his career.
Findings
Severi's political views evolved significantly after WWI.
His scientific output was influenced by the socio-political context.
The war marked a notable shift in his academic and philosophical perspectives.
Abstract
The aim of this article has been to put together various aspects of the personality of the Italian mathematician Francesco Severi: the mathematical, the political, the institutional, academic and philosophical one. We tried in particular to elucidate if the events related the First World War represented a turning point in the life and scientific production of Severi.
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Taxonomy
TopicsHistorical and Environmental Studies · Italian Literature and Culture · Italian Fascism and Post-war Society