Isbn: 9780521290388 - proofs and refutations: the logic of mathematical discovery (9 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Proofs and Refutations is essential reading for all those interested in the methodology, the philosophy and the history of mathematics. Much of the book takes the form of a discussion between a teacher and his students. They propose various solutions to some mathematical problems and investigate the strengths and weaknesses of these solutions. Their discussion (which mirrors certain real developments in the history of mathematics) raises some philosophical problems and some problems about the nature of mathematical discovery or creativity. Imre Lakatos is concerned throughout to combat the classical picture of mathematical development as a steady accumulation of established truths. He shows that mathematics grows instead through a richer, more dramatic process of the successive improvement of creative hypotheses by attempts to 'prove' them and by criticism of these attempts: the logic of proofs and refutations.…

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Condizione: Very Good. 174 pp., paperback, previous owner's name to title page, MINOR marginalia to 1 page else very good. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.…

paperback. Condizione: Good. Softcover ex-library with typical marks shows moderate cover wear. Text is unmarked. Ships FAST.

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Trade Paperback. Condizione: Near Fine. A clean, unmarked copy with a tight binding. 174 pages.

Soft cover. Condizione: Fine. 1st Edition.

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Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 186 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.