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Colyvan, Mark

 
9780195137545: The Indispensability of Mathematics

Synopsis

This book looks at the Quine-Putnam indispensibility Trgument in the philosophy of mathematics. This argument urges us to place mathematical entities on the same ontological footing as other theoretical entities indispenable to our best scientific theories. The argument has come under serious scrutiny in recent times with many influential philosophers unconvinced of its cogency. This book outlines the indispensibility argument in considerable detail before defending it against various challenges.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The Quine-Putnam indispensability argument in the philosophy of mathematics urges us to place mathematical entities on the same ontological footing as other theoretical entities essential to our best scientific theories. Recently, the argument has come under serious scrutiny, with many influential philosophers unconvinced of its cogency. This book not only outlines the indispensability argument in considerable detail but also defends it against various challenges.

Revue de presse

Overall, the book presents a clear picture of the Quinean world view. (Mathematical Reviews)

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