Mathematical Knowledge

Oxford, England: Oxford University Press (2007)
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Abstract

What is the nature of mathematical knowledge? Is it anything like scientific knowledge or is it sui generis? How do we acquire it? Should we believe what mathematicians themselves tell us about it? Are mathematical concepts innate or acquired? Eight new essays offer answers to these and many other questions.

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Michael Potter
Cambridge University
A. C. Paseau
University of Oxford
Mary Leng
University of York

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