An Introduction to Mathematics

About The An Introduction to Mathematics (1911) by Alfred North Whitehead is a concise exploration of mathematics aimed at a general audience. Rather than teaching calculation, Whitehead examines mathematics’ nature, unity, and deep connections to the natural world. He argues that mathematics is foundational for structured thought and scientific reasoning, emphasizing its role in understanding phenomena. Whitehead promotes a view of mathematics as a dynamic, interconnected field rather than isolated facts, encouraging readers to appreciate its broader applications. This work prefigures themes in Whitehead’s later philosophy, advocating for imaginative engagement with mathematical concepts over rote memorization. About The Alfred North Whitehead (1861–1947) was an influential English mathematician and philosopher, renowned for co-authoring Principia Mathematica with Bertrand Russell, a foundational work in mathematical logic. Later, Whitehead shifted focus to philosophy, developing process philosophy, a theory suggesting reality consists of interrelated processes rather than independent material objects. This view influenced fields like ecology, education, and theology. Whitehead advocated for education reform, opposing rote learning and "inert ideas" in favor of integrated knowledge and imaginative thinking. His Process and Reality and The Aims of Education remain foundational texts in both metaphysics and educational philosophy. The Title 'An Introduction to Mathematics written/authored/edited by Alfred North Whitehead', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367806999 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 260 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Mathematics. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms