A Budget of Paradoxes, Volume II by Augustus De Morgan

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Author De Morgan, Augustus, 1806-1871
Editor Smith, David Eugene, 1860-1944
Title A Budget of Paradoxes, Volume II
Credits E-text prepared by David Starner, Keith Edkins, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "A Budget of Paradoxes, Volume II" by Augustus De Morgan is a philosophical and mathematical treatise written in the mid-19th century. This volume continues to explore and critique various paradoxes and fallacies found in mathematical reasoning and philosophical arguments, particularly focusing on the works and thoughts of notable figures such as Laplace and Euler. De Morgan presents a unique combination of humor and rigorous analysis, discussing topics ranging from atheism in philosophy to the intricacies of astronomical theories. The opening of the volume discusses philosophical atheism, utilizing anecdotes about prominent historical figures like Laplace and Euler to illustrate the tensions between belief and reason. De Morgan provides insightful commentary on the nature of gods as hypotheses in philosophical discourse and critiques the approaches of modern paradoxers who challenge established scientific understanding. Through humorous storytelling, he presents critiques of absurd mathematical arguments, engaging readers with questions that challenge both their logical reasoning and understanding of science and belief. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets
Subject Circle-squaring
Subject Science -- Miscellanea
Subject Perpetual motion
Subject Trisection of angle
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EBook-No. 26408
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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