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Philosophy of Mathematics

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"Philosophy of Mathematics" by David Bostock is a mathematics book and learning resource focused on Core Mathematics. Best for teachers, students, and readers looking for stronger mathematical understanding.

Philosophy of Mathematics: An Introduction provides a critical analysis of the major philosophical issues and viewpoints in the concepts and methods of mathematics - from antiquity to the modern era. Offers beginning readers a critical appraisal of philosophical viewpoints throughout history Gives a separate chapter to predicativism, which is often (but wrongly) treated as if it were a part of logicism Provides readers with a non-partisan discussion until the final chapter, which gives the author's personal opinion on where the truth lies Designed to be accessible to both undergraduates and graduate students, and at the same time to be of interest to professionals

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Best For: Students and readers new to the philosophy of mathematics
Focus: Critical analysis of major philosophical issues and viewpoints in mathematics from antiquity to modern times
Covers: Historical and contemporary philosophical perspectives, including a dedicated chapter on predicativism
Why It Matters: Helps readers understand different philosophical approaches to mathematical concepts and methods without bias

"Philosophy of Mathematics" by David Bostock is a mathematics book and learning resource focused on Core Mathematics. Best for teachers, students, and readers looking for stronger mathematical understanding.

Topic: Core Mathematics

Author: David Bostock

Who this is for:

  • Teachers and classroom instructors
  • Students building subject mastery
  • Readers looking for practical learning support

Why this book matters: It stands out as a practical math resource that helps explain concepts, strengthen problem-solving, and support classroom or independent learning.

Philosophy of Mathematics: An Introduction provides a critical analysis of the major philosophical issues and viewpoints in the concepts and methods of mathematics - from antiquity to the modern era. Offers beginning readers a critical appraisal of philosophical viewpoints throughout history Gives a separate chapter to predicativism, which is often (but wrongly) treated as if it were a part of logicism Provides readers with a non-partisan discussion until the final chapter, which gives the author's personal opinion on where the truth lies Designed to be accessible to both undergraduates and graduate students, and at the same time to be of interest to professionals

AuthorDavid Bostock
PublisherJohn Wiley & Sons
Published2009-03-09
ISBN-139781405189927
BindingHardcover
Pages345
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsMathematics
TopicCore Mathematics

Format: Hardcover

Length: 345 pages

Language: English

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