Proof and Knowledge in Mathematics

Zusatztext 'An important and valuable reference for research on the very intricate network of concepts! theories and theses connected with the concept of proof.' - Erkenntnis Informationen zum Autor Michael Detlefsen (Edited by) Klappentext These questions arise from any attempt to discover an epistemology for mathematics. This collection of essays considers various questions concerning the nature of justification in mathematics and possible sources of that justification. Among these are the question of whether mathematical justification is a priori or a posteriori in character, whether logical and mathematical differ, and if formalization plays a significant role in mathematical justification, Zusammenfassung Distinguished contributors tackle the main problem that arizes when considering an epistemology for mathematics, the nature and sources of mathematical justification. Inhaltsverzeichnis Contributors: Michael Detlefsen, Michael D. Resnik, Stewart Shapiro, Mark Steiner, Pirmin Stekeler-Weithofer, Shelley Stillwell, William J. Tait, Steven J. Wagner,

Product details

• Authors: M. Detlefsen, Michael Detlefsen, Detlefsen Michael
• Assisted by: Michael Detlefsen (Editor), Detlefsen Michael (Editor)
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 02.01.1992
• EAN: 9780415068055
• ISBN: 978-0-415-06805-5
• No. of pages: 266
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Mathematics > General, dictionaries; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: general, reference works; PHILOSOPHY / General, Philosophy of Mathematics, Philosophy: logic