The Philosophy of Mathematics Today
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Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
0199262624
ISBN-13
9780199262625
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Imprint
Oxford University Press
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
May 22nd, 2003
Print length
650 Pages
Weight
983 grams
Dimensions
23.50 x 15.60 x 3.50 cms
Product Classification:
Philosophy: metaphysics & ontologyPhilosophy: logicPhilosophy of mathematicsSet theory
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A collection of twenty essays which deal with foundational issues, from the nature of mathematical knowledge and mathematical existence to logical consequence, abstraction, and the notions of set and natural number. A variety of prominent approaches to the philosophy of mathematics are represented and criticized.
The Philosophy of Mathematics Today gives a panorama of the best current work in this lively field, through twenty essays specially written for this collection by leading figures. The topics include indeterminacy, logical consequence, mathematical methodology, abstraction, and both Hilbert''s and Frege''s foundational programmes. The collection will be an important source for research in the philosophy of mathematics for years to come.
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