Rigor and structure
Burgess, John PAuthor
John P. Burgess presents an illuminating study of the nature of mathematical rigour and of mathematical structure, and above all of the relation between them. He considers recent developments in the field including experimental mathematics and computerised formal proofs, and surveys many historical developments in mathematics, philosophy, and logic.
Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
Includes bibliographical references and index.
John P. Burgess presents an illuminating study of the nature of mathematical rigour and of mathematical structure, and above all of the relation between them. He considers recent developments in the field including experimental mathematics and computerised formal proofs, and surveys many historical developments in mathematics, philosophy, and logic.
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Mathematics
Logic
Mathematics
Physical Sciences & Mathematics
Mathematical Theory