An Introduction to Gödel's Theorems (Cambridge Introductions

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An Introduction to Gödel's Theorems (Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy)
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In 1931, the young Kurt GÃ¶del published his First Incompleteness Theorem, which tells us that, for any sufficiently rich theory of arithmetic, there are some arithmetical truths the theory cannot prove. This remarkable result is among the most intriguing (and most misunderstood) in logic. GÃ¶del also outlined an equally significant Second Incompleteness Theorem. How are these Theorems established, and why do they matter? Peter Smith answers these questions by presenting an unusual variety of proofs for the First Theorem, showing how to prove the Second Theorem, and exploring a family of related results (including some not easily available elsewhere). The formal explanations are interwoven with discussions of the wider significance of the two Theorems. This book - extensively rewritten for its second edition - will be accessible to philosophy students with a limited formal background. It is equally suitable for mathematics students taking a first course in mathematical logic.
Country USA
Brand Cambridge University Press
Manufacturer Cambridge University Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 36958795
ReleaseDate 2013-05-06
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781107606753

Country	USA
Brand	Cambridge University Press
Manufacturer	Cambridge University Press
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	36958795
ReleaseDate	2013-05-06
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781107606753

An Introduction to Gödel's Theorems (Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy)

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