The interest of G. H. Hardy, F.R.S., in the philosophy and the history of mathematics
@article{GrattanGuinness2001TheIO,
title={The interest of G. H. Hardy, F.R.S., in the philosophy and the history of mathematics},
author={Ivor Grattan-Guinness},
journal={Notes and Records of the Royal Society of London},
year={2001},
volume={55},
pages={411 - 424}
}Hardy's research career shows an orthodox concern with certain areas of mathematics, where he contributed with great distinction. But throughout his career there is also evidence of regular interest in the philosophy and the history of mathematics. The influence of Bertrand Russell is quite marked.
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