Mathematics, Form And Function by Saunders Mac Lane

The book in question is a comprehensive exploration of the nature, origin, and historical development of mathematics. It delves into the philosophical and logical foundations of mathematical concepts, examining how they arise from natural phenomena and human activities. The work discusses the structure and function of mathematical language and its relation to logic and set theory, while also considering the role of mathematics in the physical sciences, and its application to problems in the real world. The author presents a unified view of mathematics as a coherent whole, emphasizing the interplay between its abstract form and practical function.

The 6418th greatest book of all time


Published
1986
Nationality
American
Type
Nonfiction
Pages
476
Words
Unknown
Original Language
English

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