Isbn: 9781332061228 - the notion of number and the notion of class (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book's main focus is on the origins of mathematics, specifically how we perceive numbers. The author begins with a discussion of different philosophical theories on the origins of numbers, including theories from people like John Stuart Mill and Immanuel Kant. The author argues that these theories are based on introspection, which can vary significantly from person to person. Instead, the author argues that we should look at how people actually behave when dealing with numbers and use that to determine how we perceive numbers. The second part of the book examines the implications of anthropology and psychology on the origins of the number concept. The author argues that number perception is not a specifically human trait and can be seen in animals as well. The author also argues that number perception is not something that is learned through language or education but is instead a natural ability that humans have. Finally, the author discusses the development of number systems and how they have changed over time. The author argues that the development of number systems is not a linear progression but instead a complex process that has been influenced by many different factors, including culture, language, and technology. The author concludes by arguing that the study of the origins of the number concept can give us valuable insights into the nature of human cognition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…