Thursday, May 27, 2010

Martin Gardner Has Died

In some sad news, Martin Gardner, an outstanding mathematician, Skeptic, philosopher and author - a true polymath - has died at age 95.

Gardner was a founding member of what's now known as the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry and he has had a great influence on a great many great people.

To read more about his fulfilling life, please read these links:

Top News
The Guardian
Skeptic - containing an excellent interview with Martin Gardner (you can subscribe to the eSkeptic mailing list for regular articles and information from the Skeptics Society)

The world is worse off for Martin Gardner's passing.

Regards,

The Outspoken Wookie

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