Foundations Without Foundationalism

A Case for Second-Order Logic

Autor*innen

• Stewart Shapiro

Parameter

• 300 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Mathematik
• Philosophie

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Focusing on the foundations of mathematics, the book advocates for the significance of second-order logic. It offers a clear explanation of second-order and higher-order logic, while also addressing important philosophical and historical contexts. Shapiro's unique perspective challenges traditional views and emphasizes the foundational role that these logical frameworks play in mathematics.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1999
• Einband: Paperback