Proofs and Refutations

The Logic of Mathematical Discovery

By:

Imre Lakatos

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Cambridge Philosophy Classics

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Imre Lakatos's Proofs and Refutations is an enduring classic, which has never lost its relevance. Taking the form of a dialogue between a teacher and some students, the book considers various solutions to mathematical problems and, in the process, raises important questions about the nature of mathematical discovery and methodology. Lakatos shows that mathematics grows through a process of improvement by attempts at proofs and critiques of these attempts, and his work continues to inspire mathematicians and philosophers aspiring to develop a philosophy of mathematics that accounts for both the static and the dynamic complexity of mathematical practice. With a specially commissioned Preface written by Paolo Mancosu, this book has been revived for a new generation of readers.

Author Biography:

Imre Lakatos (1922–74) was one of the twentieth century's most prominent philosophers of science and mathematics, best known for his theory of the methodology of proof and refutation in mathematics.

Release date NZ

October 8th, 2015

Author

Imre Lakatos

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Contributors

Edited by Elie Zahar
Edited by John Worrall

Illustrations

2 Tables, black and white; 27 Line drawings, black and white

Pages

196

Series

Cambridge Philosophy Classics

Dimensions

152x228x11

ISBN-13

9781107534056

Product ID

23129308

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