18 Unconventional Essays on the Nature of Mathematics
- Author
- Reuben Hersh
- Publication Year
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer
- Language
- English
- Document Type
- Book
- Faculty / Subject Heading
- Mathematics and Statistics
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This essays edited by Reuben Hersh contains frank facts and opinions from leading mathematicians, philosophers, sociologists, cognitive scientists, and even an anthropologist. Each essay provides a challenging and thought-provoking look at recent advances in the philosophy of mathematics, demonstrating the possibilities of thinking fresh, sticking close to actual practice, and fearlessly letting go of standard shibboleths.
Keywords: Mathematics and Statistics / Counting / Mathematics / Philosophy of mathematics / Physics / Proof