The Nature of Mathematical Knowledge

by Philip Kitcher

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This book argues against the view that mathematical knowledge is a priori, contending that mathematics is an empirical science and develops historically, just as natural sciences do. Kitcher presents a complete, systematic, and richly detailed account of the nature of mathematical knowledge and its historical development, focusing on such neglected issues as how and why mathematical language changes, why certain questions assume overriding importance,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0195035410

ISBN13:9780195035414

Release Date:February 1985

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Length:300 Pages

Weight:0.60 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 5.5" x 8.6"

Related Subjects

Education & Reference Language Arts Logic Logic & Language Math Mathematics Philosophy Politics & Social Sciences Religion Religion & Spirituality Science & Math

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