Philosophy of Mathematics: A Contemporary Introduction to the World of Proofs and Pictures

by James Robert Brown

Book Overview

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 non-standard topics such as the role of visual reasoning, the importance...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415960479
• ISBN13: 9780415960472
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 250 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.3" x 9.3"