An essay on the foundations of geometry
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An essay on the foundations of geometry
Routledge, 1996
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
The Foundations of Geometry was first published in 1897, and is based on Russell's Cambridge dissertation as well as lectures given during a journey through the USA. This is the first reprint, complete with a new introduction by John Slater. It provides both an insight into the foundations of Russell's philosophical thinking and an introduction to the philosophy of mathematics and logic. As such it will be an invaluable resource not only for students of philosophy, but also for those interested in Russell's philosophical development.
Foundations of Geometry consists of four chapters which explore the various concepts of geometry and their philosophical implications, including a historical overview of the development of geometrical theory.
Table of Contents
1. A short history of metageometry 2. Critical account of some previous philosophical theories of geometry 3. The axioms of projective geometry: the axioms of metrical geometry 4. Philosophical consequences
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