Cantorian Set Theory and Limitation of Size (Paperback)

Michael Hallett

ISBN 10: 0198532830 / ISBN 13: 9780198532835

Published by Oxford University Press, Oxford, 1986

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Paperback. Cantor's ideas formed the basis for set theory and also for the mathematical treatment of the concept of infinity. The philosophical and heuristic framework he developed had a lasting effect on modern mathematics, and is the recurrent theme of this volume. Hallett explores Cantor's ideas and, in particular, their ramifications for Zermelo-Frankel set theory. This volume presents the philosophical and heuristic framework Cantor developed and explores its lasting effect on modern mathematics. "Establishes a new plateau for historical comprehension of Cantor's monumental contribution to mathematics." --The American Mathematical Monthly Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cantorian Set Theory and Limitation of Size (Paperback)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, Oxford
• Publication Date: 1986
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0198532830
• ISBN 13: 9780198532835
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Cantor's ideas formed the basis for set theory and also for the mathematical treatment of the concept of infinity. The philosophical and heuristic framework he developed had a lasting effect on modern mathematics, and is the recurrent theme of this volume. Hallett explores Cantor's ideas and, in particular, their ramifications for Zermelo-Frankel set theory.

Review

'...the first full-length study of Cantor that does justice both to the mathematical importance of his work and to the philosophical ideas which governed it...' (Professor Michael Dummett, All Souls College, Oxford)