A Budget Of Paradoxes (1872) Hardback - 2008

A Budget of Paradoxes, written by Augustus De Morgan and first published in 1872, is a collection of essays discussing various mathematical and logical paradoxes. De Morgan was a prominent mathematician and logician of the 19th century and his book explores a wide range of topics, including the nature of infinity, the paradoxes of set theory, and the philosophical implications of mathematical concepts.The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume focusing on mathematical paradoxes and the second volume exploring logical paradoxes. Throughout the book, De Morgan provides clear explanations of complex concepts and uses real-world examples to illustrate his points.In addition to discussing paradoxes, De Morgan also reflects on the history of mathematics and the contributions of famous mathematicians such as Euclid, Archimedes, and Newton. He also touches on the social and political implications of mathematical and logical concepts, highlighting the role of mathematics in shaping society and influencing public policy.Overall, A Budget of Paradoxes is a fascinating exploration of the paradoxes and complexities of mathematics and logic. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in these subjects and is a testament to De Morgan's skill as a writer and thinker.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.