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An introduction to Gödel's theorems by Peter Smith is a philosophy book available to read on EtoBox.

What is An introduction to Gödel's theorems about?

In 1931, the young Kurt Godel 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. Godel also outlined an equally significant Second Incompleteness Theorem.В 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 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.

Who reads An introduction to Gödel's theorems?

Author

Peter Smith

Publisher

Cambridge University Press (Virtual Publishing)

Published

2007

Language

EN

ISBN

9780511350061

Category

philosophy

Subjects

Mathematics, Science, Philosophy

Rating

4.14 / 5 (21 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14