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[ SOLD OUT ] RESNIK, M. D., Mathematics as a Science of Patterns. Oxford University Press, 1997. 298p. Hardback. this is a big book, presenting a complete philosophy of mathematics, surveying the recent work in the field, and dealing with myriad problems while attempting to sketch solutions to each of them ... this work presents a defence of empiricism and a reduced and subtle kind of realism in mathematics ... Resnik has presented an admirably clear discussion of the main issues and arguments that define the philosophy of mathematics. His excellent exposition of the issues and his exploration of new solutions constitute and important advance in the discussion. David J. Stump, History and Philosophy of Logic 31/03/1999 (Publisher's information). (New) (Printed on Demand) (approx. delivery time: undeliverable) ISBN: 9780198236085