Giuseppe Peano

Giuseppe Peano (August 27, 1858 – April 20, 1932) was an Italian mathematician and philosopher best known for his contributions to set theory. Peano published over two hundred minor books and papers, most of them on mathematics. He spent most of his life teaching in Turin.

Personal life

Born on a farm near the village of Spinetta in Piedmont, Italy, Peano enrolled at the nearby University of Turin in 1876. He graduated in 1880 with high honours and began his teaching career.

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Spinetta - Piedmont - University of Turin - 1876 - 1880

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On July 27, 1887 he married Carola Crosio. He died in Turin, Italy of heart failure on April 20, 1932.

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July 27 - 1887 - April 20 - 1932

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