Philosophy of mathematics
an introduction to the world of proofs and pictures
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Word Count
53,750 words, Guess
Page Count
215 pages
Identifiers
- Internet Archivephilosophymathem00brow_967
- Internet Archivephilosophyofmath0000brow_r1q7
- ISBN-100415122759
- ISBN-100415122740
- ISBN-139780415122757
Classifications
- DDC510/.1
- LCCQA8.4 .B76 1999
- LCCQA8.4.B76 1999
and 1 more
- LCCQA8.4 .B76 1999eb
Description
"In his long-awaited new edition of Philosophy of Mathematics, James Robert Brown tackles important new as well as enduring questions in the mathematical sciences. Can pictures go beyond being merely suggestive and actually prove anything? Are mathematical results certain? Are experiments of any real value?" "This clear and engaging book takes a unique approach, encompassing nonstandard topics such as the role of visual reasoning, the importance of notation, and the place of computers in mathematics, as well as traditional topics such as formalism, Platonism, and constructivism. The combination of topics and clarity of presentation make it suitable for beginners and experts alike. The revised and updated second edition of Philosophy of Mathematics contains more examples, suggestions for further reading, and expanded material on several topics including a novel approach to the continuum hypothesis."--Jacket.
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