Creating Modern Probability: Its Mathematics, Physics and Philosophy in Historical Perspective

This is the only book to chart the history and development of modern probability theory. It shows how in the first thirty years of this century probability theory became a mathematical science. The author also traces the development of probabilistic concepts and theories in statistical and quantum physics. There are chapters dealing with chance phenomena, and current major mathematical theories, together with their foundational and philosophical problems. Among the theorists whose work is treated at some length are Kolmogorov, von Mises and de Finetti.

Author: Jan Von Plato
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 01/12/1998
Pages: 336
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.01h x 6.02w x 0.77d
ISBN13: 9780521597357
ISBN10: 0521597358
BISAC Categories:
- Mathematics | History & Philosophy
- Science | History
- Science | Philosophy & Social Aspects

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