Marcus Co-Edits Book on the Philosophy of Math

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Assistant Professor of Philosophy Russell Marcus was the co-editor of An Historical Introduction to the Philosophy of Mathematics, published by Bloomsbury.

A comprehensive collection of historical readings in the philosophy of mathematics and a selection of influential contemporary work, this much-needed introduction reveals the rich history of the subject.

An Historical Introduction to the Philosophy of Mathematics:
A Reader

An Historical Introduction to the Philosophy of Mathematics brings together an impressive collection of primary sources from ancient and modern philosophy. Arranged chronologically and featuring introductory overviews explaining technical terms, this accessible reader is easy-to-follow and unrivaled in its historical scope. With selections from key thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Hume and Kant, it connects the major ideas of the ancients with contemporary thinkers. A selection of recent texts from philosophers including Quine, Putnam, Field and Maddy offering insights into the current state of the discipline clearly illustrates the development of the subject. 

Source: Hamilton College News