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Approaching Infinity by Michael Huemer (auth.) is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Approaching Infinity about?

Approaching Infinity addresses seventeen paradoxes of the infinite, most of which have no generally accepted solutions. The book addresses these paradoxes using a new theory of infinity, which entails that an infinite series is uncompletable when it requires something to possess an infinite intensive magnitude. Along the way, the author addresses the nature of numbers, sets, geometric points, and related matters. The book addresses the need for a theory of infinity, and reviews both old and new theories of infinity. It discussing the purposes of studying infinity and the troubles with traditional approaches to the problem, and concludes by offering a solution to some existing paradoxes. ** Review “Michael Huemer’s new book Approaching Infinity squarely takes on problems related to understanding the infinite. … Huemer’s book is indeed a very good contribution to the study of the infinite. … Huemer’s book gives a challenging and well thought out account of the infinite. His presentation is one that will surely engage anyone interested in this topic. … Approaching Infinity should be required reading for anyone with an interest in this fascinating topic.” (Biagio Gerard Tassone, dialec

Who reads Approaching Infinity?

Author

Michael Huemer (auth.)

Publisher

Palgrave Macmillan UK, Imprint Palgrave Macmillan

Published

2016

Language

EN

ISBN

9781137560872

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Philosophy, Science, Social Science

Rating

4.3 / 5 (13 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14