The essence of mathematics. Foss A.E.

What, in fact, does mathematics do? Why has it been the least popular of all sciences for a long time, despite the fact that all human culture has mathematical sciences genuine with its basis? How does she play in our culture that outstanding role, which actually nevertheless fell to her lot? What is the essence of mathematics? These and other issues are considered in the book of a German scientist dedicated to the essence of mathematics, including from the point of view of the historical development of this science.

The book is addressed to scientists - mathematicians and philosophers, graduate students and university students, everyone who is interested in the history and methodology of mathematics.