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 Mathematics : Philosophy Terms
570 words, approx. 2 pages . The study of concepts and systems appearing in mathematics, of the nature of mathematical knowledge, and of the justification of mathematical statements. The basic objects of mathematics are NUMBERS, of which there are various kinds (cardinal,... summary from source:
 Mathematics and Philosophy Summary
340 words, approx. 1 pagesOn the surface, there would seem to be little in common between mathematics and philosophy. These two disciplines, however, share a notable history of parallel academic pursuit as well as much nomenclature and concepts that apply equally well to both.... summary from source:
 The Return of Rigor to Mathematics Summary
1,801 words, approx. 6 pages Rigor was a characteristic of mathematics going back to Greek times. For much of the Renaissance and the Enlightenment mathematics in general and calculus in particular were more about problem solving than about proving with logical exactness the... summary from source:
The Specialization of Mathematics and the Rise of Formalism Summary
1,545 words, approx. 5 pagesMathematics is the study of the relationships among, and operations performed on, both tangible and abstract quantities. In its ancient origins, mathematics was concerned with magnitudes, geometries, and other practical and measurable phenomena.... summary from source:
 Philosophy of mathematics Information
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Philosophy of mathematics is the branch of philosophy that studies the philosophical assumptions, foundations, and implications of mathematics. Recurrent themes... 
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 The Economist (US) Philosophy of mathematics - Pure and sweet.(Review)
02/19/2000: 1,447 words, approx. 5 pages NATURALISM IN MATHEMATICS. By Penelope Maddy. Clarendon Press; 264 pages; $35 and Pounds32.50. A SUBJECT WITH NO OBJECT: STRATEGIES FOR NOMINALISTIC INTERPRETATION OF MATHEMATICS. By John P. Burgess and Gideon Rosen. Clarendon Press; 272 pages; $48 and Pounds30. PHILOSOPHY OF MATHEMATICS:... summary from source:
The Review of Metaphysics Frege: Philosophy of Mathematics. (book reviews)
03/01/1993: 646 words, approx. 2 pages Frege is considered by many to be the founder of analytic philosophy, but his importance for the philosophy of mathematics is unrecognized. Despite his inability to deal with the paradoxes pointed out by Russell, personal blind spots (fierce opposition to non-Euclidean geometry, and...
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