Synthetic Philosophy of Contemporary Mathematics
This is a weighty and daring book. It proposes a new philosophy of mathematics, based on a detailed knowledge of the most recent work in advanced mathematics, and constructed in explicit contrast with the traditional analytical approach…this new synthetic and open-minded approach is no doubt worthy of attention, and philosophers who dare to make an effort will surely reap the reward. --Paloma Pérez-Ilzarbe, American Mathematical Society s MathSciNetZalamea is clearly on the cutting edge of theorizing potential intersections between networks, math, and philosophy. Few thinkers are able to bring together insights from as diverse fields in such as exciting manner as Zalamea. --Christopher Vitale, Assistant Professor, Media Studies, Pratt Institute, NYWith high professional competence in mathematics and philosophy and written in masterful prose, Zalamea opens up a breathtaking insight into advanced contemporary mathematics by enlightening its magical power with the powerful paradigm of gestural dynamics as developed by Valéry, Merleau-Ponty and Châtelet. --Guerino Mazzola, Professor of Mathematical Music Theory and Creativity, School of Music, University of Minnesota