Binding: Paperback
Description: Very Short Introductions: Brilliant Sharp Inspiring Kurt G del first published his celebrated theorem showing that no axiomatization can determine the whole truth and nothing but the truth concerning arithmetic nearly a century ago. The theorem challenged prevalent presuppositions about the nature of mathematics and was consequently of considerable mathematical interest while also raising various deep philosophical questions. G del's Theorem has since established itself as a landmark intellectual achievement having a profound impact on today's mathematical ideas. G del and his theorem have attracted something of a cult following though his theorem is often misunderstood. This Very Short Introduction places the theorem in its intellectual and historical context and explains the key concepts as well as common misunderstandings of what it actually states. A. W. Moore provides a clear statement of the theorem presenting two proofs each of which has something distinctive to teach about its content. Moore also discusses the most important philosophical implications of the theorem. In particular Moore addresses the famous question of whether the theorem shows the human mind to have mathematical powers beyond those of any possible computer About THE Series: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket - sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Title: Godel's Theorem: A Very Short Introduction
Author(s): Moore A. W. (Tutorial Fellow At St Hugh's College And Professor Of Philosophy At The University Of Oxford)
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Barcode: 9780192847850
Pages: 160 Pages, 2
Publication Date: 2/23/2023
Series: Very Short Introductions
Category: History Of Mathematics