The Principia Mathematica

The Principia Mathematica, written by Bertrand Russell and Alfred North Whitehead, is a foundational work in logic and mathematics. It aims to show that all mathematical truths can be derived from a set of basic logical principles, using a formal symbolic language. Essentially, it seeks to establish mathematics on a firm logical basis, demonstrating that concepts like numbers and arithmetic can be built entirely from logical axioms. It’s a highly detailed and rigorous attempt to unify logic and mathematics, showing that mathematical reasoning is a form of logical reasoning.