Naturalism in Mathematics

by Penelope Maddy

Book Overview

Naturalism in Mathematics investigates how the most fundamental assumptions of mathematics can be justified. One prevalent philosophical approach to the problem--realism--is examined and rejected in favor of another approach--naturalism. Penelope Maddy defines this naturalism, explains the motivation for it, and shows how it can be successfully applied in set theory. Her clear, original treatment of this fundamental issue is informed by current work...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198250754
• ISBN13: 9780198250753
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: Clarendon Press
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"