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Gödel’s incompleteness theorems of 1931 challenged the foundations of mathematics – yet many mathematicians still adhere to rigid, Platonic notions. This book opens the door to a different perspective: mathematics as a creative, open system. The authors examine key revolutions of the 20th century and show that a flexible ontology reflects mathematical practice more accurately than traditional Platonism. A compelling contribution for anyone who wants to experience mathematics not as a frozen structure, but as a living, constantly evolving process.

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Elias Zafiris, Professor of Mathematical Thinking, Vienna University of Technology, Institute of Architectural Theory Albrecht von Müller, Parmenides Foundation, Center for the Study of Thinking, Pullach, Germany

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