Mathematics and the Roots of Postmodern Thought (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780195139679)

This is a charming and insightful contribution to an understanding of the "Science Wars" between postmodernist humanism and science, driving toward a resolution of the mutual misunderstanding that has driven the controversy. It traces the root of postmodern theory to a debate on the foundations of mathematics early in the 20th century, then compares developments in mathematics to what took place in the arts and humanities, discussing issues as diverse as literary theory, arts, and artificial intelligence. This is a straightforward, easily understood presentation of what can be difficult theoretical concepts It demonstrates that a pattern of misreading mathematics can be seen both on the part of science and on the part of postmodern thinking. This is a humorous, playful yet deeply serious look at the intellectual foundations of mathematics for those in the humanities and the perfect critical introduction to the bases of modernism and postmodernism for those in the sciences.

Author: Vladimir Tasic
ISBN-10: 0195139674
ISBN-13: 9780195139679
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Language: English
Published: 08/30/2001
Pages: 200
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.98lbs
Size: 9.60h x 6.44w x 0.81d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 12/01/2001 pg. 22
Choice 06/01/2002 pg. 1784