In his long-awaited new edition of Philosophy of Mathematics, James Robert Brown tackles important new as well as enduring questions in the mathematical sciences. Can pictures go beyond being merely suggestive and actually prove anything? Are mathematical results certain? Are experiments of any real value? This clear and engaging book takes a unique approach, encompassing non-standard topics such as the role of visual reasoning, the importance of notation, and the place of computers in mathematics, as well as traditional topics such as formalism, Platonism, and constructivism. The combination of topics and clarity of presentation make it suitable for beginners and experts alike. The revised and updated second edition of Philosophy of Mathematics contains more examples, suggestions for further reading, and expanded material on several topics including a novel approach to the continuum hypothesis.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: A Review
Chapter 2: Paperwork Overview
Stage 1: Research and Analysis
Chapter 3: Background Preparations and Preliminary Design Paperwork
Chapter 4: The Parameters
Stage 2: Preliminary Documents
Chapter 5: Create the Preliminaries and Send Out the Shop Order
Chapter 6: The Shop Order
Chapter 7: Cuts and Changes
Stage 3: Preparation: The Production Packers
Chapter 8: The Light Plot, Section, and Support Paperwork Packet
Chapter 9: The Load-In and Focus Packet
Chapter 10: The Cue Construction Packet
Chapter 11: Prior to the Load-In
Stage 4: Application: Using the Packets
Chapter 12: The Load-In and Setup
Chapter 13: The Focus Session
Chapter 14: The Light Cue Level Setting Session and Technical Rehearsals
Chapter 15: The Performance
About the Author :
Steven Louis Shelley has worked in theatre for over 40 years as a lighting designer, production manager, and stage manager in New York City, throughout the United States, and on four continents. His lighting designs are included in the repertories of many dance companies. He's designed lighting on Broadway, Off-Broadway, as well as concerts, television, regional theatre, and regional opera. Steve is also the inventor and patent holder of the award-winning Field Templates™ and SoftSymbols™ (www.fieldtemplate.com). He is a member of United Scenic Artists, Local 829.
Review :
"Extraordinary! A brilliant, important book. Summing up: Highly recommended." --M. Schiff, CHOICE "!The book has been written in a very clear, lively way, it is a pleasure to read. It is very accessible, even entertaining, and the author is very good in explaining issues without technicalities. ! Summarizing: a very elegant, accessible and up-to-date book on the philosophy of mathematics, not only very appropriate for beginners, but also a must for experts." --H.C.M. de Swart, Zentralblatt MATH 1171 Praise for the First Edition: "This book is a breath of fresh air for undergraduate philosophy of mathematics. Very accessible and even entertaining, Brown explains most of the issues without technicalities. " --Janet Folina, Macalester College "A wonderful introduction to the philosophy of mathematics. It's lively, accessible, and, above all, a terrific read. It would make an ideal text for an undergraduate course on the philosophy of mathematics; indeed, I recommend it to anyone interested in the philosophy of mathematics -- even specialists in the area can learn from this book." --Mark Colyvan, University of Sydney
