An Introduction to Formal Logic - Softcover

Smith, Peter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521008042 ISBN 13: 9780521008044

Verlag: Cambridge University Press, 2003

Inhaltsangabe

This book introduces the reader to the languages of propositional and predicate logic, and then develops formal systems for evaluating arguments translated into these languages. It will make an ideal text for a first logic course, and will provide a firm basis for further work in formal and philosophical logic.

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Reseña del editor:

Formal logic provides us with a powerful set of techniques for criticizing some arguments and showing others to be valid. These techniques are relevant to all of us with an interest in being skilful and accurate reasoners. In this highly accessible book, Peter Smith presents a guide to the fundamental aims and basic elements of formal logic. He introduces the reader to the languages of propositional and predicate logic, and then develops formal systems for evaluating arguments translated into these languages, concentrating on the easily comprehensible 'tree' method. His discussion is richly illustrated with worked examples and exercises. A distinctive feature is that, alongside the formal work, there is illuminating philosophical commentary. This book will make an ideal text for a first logic course, and will provide a firm basis for further work in formal and philosophical logic.

Biografía del autor:

Peter Smith's publications include The Philosophy of Mind (1986) and Explaining Chaos (1998).

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• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0521008042
• ISBN 13: 9780521008044
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 366