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A Structural Account of Mathematics

By Chihara, Charles S.

A Structural Account of Mathematics

By Chihara, Charles S.

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Charles Chihara's new book develops a structural view of the nature of mathematics, and uses it to explain a number of striking features of mathematics that have puzzled philosophers for centuries. In particular, this perspective allows Chihara to show that, in order to understand how mathematical systems are applied in science, it is not necessary to assume that its theorems either presuppose mathematical objects or are even true. He also advances several new ways of undermining the Platonic view of mathematics. Anyone working in the field will find much to reward and stimulate them here.
Product details
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
396
Release Date:
2004-01-29
Publication Date:
2003-11-20
Publisher:
OUP Oxford
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0199267537
ISBN13:
9780199267538
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
757 g
Height:
161 cm
Width:
240 cm
Thickness:
26 cm
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