Mathematics, From the Points of View of the Mathematician, and of the Physicist

E. W. Hobson

ISBN 10: 1332155278 / ISBN 13: 9781332155279

Edité par Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This intriguing book explores the vastly different perspectives of Mathematics by the mathematician and physicist. The author, who is both a physicist and mathematician, strives to unravel the striking fundamental contrasts in their approaches to the subject. A connection to physics drove the conception and development of the discipline, eventually leading to an unanticipated abstract route in mathematics. This divergence has produced both advantages and drawbacks. The mathematician may attain the utmost heights of abstraction, while the physicist is required to remain grounded in a very concrete reality. Yet, if either strayed too far from the other's approach, progress would falter. The book masterfully examines this delicate balance by comparing the mathematician's and physicist's perspectives on abstractness, utility, elegance, and the role of physical intuition. It illuminates the inherent tension between the pure pursuit of knowledge and the practical application of mathematics, underscoring the paramount value of both perspectives in the overall pursuit of scientific understanding. 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.

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• Titre: Mathematics, From the Points of View of the Mathematician, and of the Physicist
• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date de parution: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 1332155278
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9781332155279
• Reliure: Paperback
• État de l'article: New
• Type de livre: print-on-demand item
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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