Thinking about Mathematics. The Philosophy of Mathematics.

Shapiro, Stewart

Published by New York, Oxford University Press, 2000

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8°, 308 S., Broschur, Tadell. Text: engl.- This unique book by Stewart Shapiro looks at a range of philosophical issues and positions concerning mathematics in four comprehensive sections. Part I describes questions and issues about mathematics that have motivated philosophers since the beginning of intellectual history. Part II is anhistorical survey, discussing the role of mathematics in the thought of such philosophers as Plato, Aristotle, Kant, and Mill. Part III covers the three major positions held throughout the twentieth century: the idea that mathematics is logic (logicism), the view that the essence of mathematics isthe rule-governed manipulation of characters (formalism), and a revisionist philosophy that focuses on the mental activity of mathematics (intuitionism). Finally, Part IV brings the reader up-to-date with a look at contemporary developments within the discipline. This sweeping introductory guide to the philosophy of mathematics makes these fascinating concepts accessible to those with little background in either mathematics or philosophy. Dieses Buch befindet sich in unserem Aussenlager; sollten Sie dieses im Laden abholen wollen, bitten wir Sie um vorgängige Nachricht. 900 gr. Schlagworte: Mathematik , Philosophie, Naturwissenschaft. Seller Inventory # 102894

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Title: Thinking about Mathematics. The Philosophy ...

Publisher: New York, Oxford University Press

Publication Date: 2000

Binding: Soft cover