PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
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Aggiungi al carrelloPAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores a longstanding mathematical puzzle posed by the renowned 19th century mathematician Leopold Kronecker. The puzzle concerns the nature of numbers, the building blocks of mathematics. Kronecker believed that natural numbers, integers, and fractions were sufficient for all mathematical purposes and rejected the prevailing notion that irrational numbers like the square root of two were essential. The author delves into this historical debate, examining Kronecker's perspective and its implications for the foundations of mathematics. Through clear explanations and engaging discussions, the book unravels the complexities of Kronecker's ideas and their enduring impact on the field. 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.