Opening the stacks
G. Spencer Brown
1 book · 1969 · philosophy, mathematics, logic
Bibliography
Themes
foundations of mathematicsformal systemsself reference
Key Concepts
calculus-of-distinction1mathematical-simplicity-and-power1complex-values-in-logic1self-referential-paradoxes1interdisciplinary-author-background1calculus-of-indications1degeneracy-of-meaning1symbolic-condensation1mathematical-elegance1literal-interpretation1second-primitive-equation1nameless-primary-state1blind-animal-metaphor1drawing-a-distinction1deferred-justification1covert-convention1mathematical-consciousness1surface-assumption1usefulness-of-theorems1division-vs-cleavage1