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Reverse Mathematics

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Reverse Mathematics by John Stillwell explores the foundational aspects of mathematics by examining which axioms are necessary to prove certain theorems. It delves into the relationships between different areas of mathematics and how they underpin various logical outcomes. The book is an insightful journey into the core of mathematical reasoning, appealing to anyone interested in the nature of scientific and mathematical thought.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a keen interest in the logical foundations of mathematics and are intrigued by how mathematical results can be derived from different axioms. It's ideal for those fascinated by the exploration of which axioms are necessary to prove particular theorems, making it a thought-provoking read for enthusiasts of mathematical logic and philosophy.

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Reverse Mathematics

This volume presents reverse mathematics to a general mathematical audience for the first time. Stillwell gives a representative view of this field, emphasizing basic analysis--finding the "right axioms" to prove fundamental theorems--and giving a novel approach to logic. to logic.

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The first book surveying the history and ideas behind reverse mathematics, Reverse Mathematics is a new field that seeks to find the axioms needed to prove given theorems.

In Reverse Mathematics, John Stillwell offers a historical and representative view, emphasizing basic analysis and providing a novel approach to logic. By using a minimum of mathematical logic in a well-motivated way, Reverse Mathematics will engage advanced undergraduates and all mathematicians interested in the foundations of mathematics.

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John Stillwell has crafted an accessible introduction to the field, making Reverse Mathematics approachable for undergraduates and mathematicians in other areas. The book effectively situates the field within the larger historical context of mathematics, providing essential background in diverse areas such as analysis and computability. It offers a clear picture of the fundamentals while suggesting paths for further exploration, and is noted for its readability and comprehensive treatment.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691196411

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 September 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Illustration: 35 b/w illus.

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 200

About the Author

John Stillwell is professor of mathematics at the University of San Francisco and an affiliate of the School of Mathematical Sciences at Monash University, Australia. His many books include Mathematics and Its History and Elements of Mathematics (Princeton).

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