Principia Mathematica 3 Volume Set
Principia Mathematica 3 Volume Set
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Principia Mathematica was the first book to show clearly the close relationship between mathematics and formal logic. Starting from a minimal number of axioms, Whitehead and Russell display the structure of both kinds of thought. No other book has had such an influence on the subsequent history of mathematical philosophy.
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Principia Mathematica 3 Volume Set by Alfred North Whitehead
Principia Mathematica was first published in 1910–13; this is the ninth impression of the second edition of 1925–7. The Principia has long been recognised as one of the intellectual landmarks of the century. It was the first book to show clearly the close relationship between mathematics and formal logic. Starting from a minimal number of axioms, Whitehead and Russell display the structure of both kinds of thought. No other book has had such an influence on the subsequent history of mathematical philosophy.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780521067911 |
| ISBN 10 | 052106791X |
| Title | Principia Mathematica 3 Volume Set |
| Author | Alfred North Whitehead |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 1927-01-01 |
| Number of pages | 1994 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |