Diagonalization and Self-Reference

Oxford Logic Guides #27

by Raymond M. Smullyan

This book presents a systematic, unified treatment of fixed points as they occur in Godel's incompleteness proofs, recursion theory, combinatory logic, semantics, and metamathematics. Packed with instructive problems and solutions, the book offers an excellent introduction to the subject and highlights recent research.
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412 pages, Hardcover

First published October 13, 1994

About the author

Raymond M. Smullyan was a logician, musician, Zen master, puzzle master, and writer.