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Proofs and Refutations: The Logic of Mathematical Discovery (Cambridge Philosophy Classics) - Softcover

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Lakatos, Imre

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9781107534056: Proofs and Refutations: The Logic of Mathematical Discovery (Cambridge Philosophy Classics)
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ISBN 10: 1107534054 ISBN 13: 9781107534056
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2015

Synopsis

Imre Lakatos's Proofs and Refutations is an enduring classic, which has never lost its relevance. Taking the form of a dialogue between a teacher and some students, the book considers various solutions to mathematical problems and, in the process, raises important questions about the nature of mathematical discovery and methodology. Lakatos shows that mathematics grows through a process of improvement by attempts at proofs and critiques of these attempts, and his work continues to inspire mathematicians and philosophers aspiring to develop a philosophy of mathematics that accounts for both the static and the dynamic complexity of mathematical practice. With a specially commissioned Preface written by Paolo Mancosu, this book has been revived for a new generation of readers.

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About the Author

Imre Lakatos (1922–74) was one of the twentieth century's most prominent philosophers of science and mathematics, best known for his theory of the methodology of proof and refutation in mathematics.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2015
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1107534054
ISBN 13 
9781107534056
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
196
Editor
Worrall John, Zahar Elie
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