Platonism, Naturalism, and Mathematical Knowledge

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Logic, Metaphysics
Cover of the book Platonism, Naturalism, and Mathematical Knowledge by James Robert Brown, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: James Robert Brown ISBN: 9781136580376
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: June 17, 2013
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: James Robert Brown
ISBN: 9781136580376
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: June 17, 2013
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

This study addresses a central theme in current philosophy: Platonism vs Naturalism and provides accounts of both approaches to mathematics, crucially discussing Quine, Maddy, Kitcher, Lakoff, Colyvan, and many others. Beginning with accounts of both approaches, Brown defends Platonism by arguing that only a Platonistic approach can account for concept acquisition in a number of special cases in the sciences. He also argues for a particular view of applied mathematics, a view that supports Platonism against Naturalist alternatives. Not only does this engaging book present the Platonist-Naturalist debate over mathematics in a comprehensive fashion, but it also sheds considerable light on non-mathematical aspects of a dispute that is central to contemporary philosophy.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This study addresses a central theme in current philosophy: Platonism vs Naturalism and provides accounts of both approaches to mathematics, crucially discussing Quine, Maddy, Kitcher, Lakoff, Colyvan, and many others. Beginning with accounts of both approaches, Brown defends Platonism by arguing that only a Platonistic approach can account for concept acquisition in a number of special cases in the sciences. He also argues for a particular view of applied mathematics, a view that supports Platonism against Naturalist alternatives. Not only does this engaging book present the Platonist-Naturalist debate over mathematics in a comprehensive fashion, but it also sheds considerable light on non-mathematical aspects of a dispute that is central to contemporary philosophy.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Animals and Society (RLE Social Theory) by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book The Ghetto in Global History by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Indian Managers and Organizations by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Capital, Entrepreneurs and Profits by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Design Attitude by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book The Establishment of the Japanese Constitutional System by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Trade and Migration in the Modern World by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Ecological Systems Integrity by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Shaping the American Interior by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book The Elderly in Poor Urban Neighborhoods by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Explorations in Reconciliation by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book The Development Process by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book The Prester John of the Indies by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Marshall Plan Days (Routledge Revivals) by James Robert Brown
Cover of the book Religious Nationalism in Modern Europe by James Robert Brown
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy