Intertwining metaphysics and mathematics: The development of Georg Cantor's set theory 1871-1887

Review of Contemporary Philosophy 7:35-55 (2008) Copy BIBT_EX

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19th Century German Philosophy, Misc in 19th Century Philosophy

Ontology of Sets in Philosophy of Mathematics

Set Theory as a Foundation, Misc in Philosophy of Mathematics

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