Hilbert's program then and now

@article{Zach2007HilbertsPT,
  title={Hilbert's program then and now},
  author={Richard Zach},
  journal={arXiv: Logic},
  year={2007},
  pages={411-447}
}
  • R. Zach
  • Published 29 August 2005
  • Philosophy
  • arXiv: Logic
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