A System Of Logic, Ratiocinative And Inductive Book 1 8Th Edition - Softcover

Stuart Mill, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9359329819 ISBN 13: 9789359329819

Verlag: Double 9 Books, 2023

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The renowned British philosopher and political economist, John Stuart Mill, is credited with the authorship of a significant work entitled "A System of Logic, Ratiocinative and Inductive." The readers' curiosity is piqued, prompting them to persist in reading further, as the protagonist exhibits a notable inclination for self-gratification. Certain narratives might be characterized by their macabre and unconventional nature, while others possess a subtle allure that gradually captivates the reader. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the principles and approaches of logic, aiming to build a systematic foundation for the processes of reasoning and induction. Within this seminal academic publication, Mill delves into the intricacies of logic, delving into the nuanced distinctions between deductive reasoning, also known as ratiocinative reasoning, and inductive reasoning. The rules governing both forms of inference are thoroughly delineated by the author, who also provides a systematic approach for generating sound arguments and performing empirical research. The significance of Mill's work lies in its substantial impact on the progression of the scientific method, as it underscored the crucial role of empirical evidence and experimentation as integral elements in the derivation of conclusions. The author initiates a scholarly discussion concerning the canons of induction, which comprise the techniques of agreement, difference, and concomitant variation.

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John Stuart Mill was an English philosopher, political economist, Member of Parliament (MP), and civil servant who lived from 20 May 1806 to 7 May 1873. He was one of the most significant intellectuals in the development of classical liberalism. The utilitarian movement was started by John Stuart Mill. Being a particularly bright youngster, he was able to read six Plato dialogues and Aesop's Fables by the age of eight. Jeremy Bentham and Francis Place provided guidance and support as John Stuart's father schooled him. At the age of eight, Mill started studying Latin, algebra, and Euclid classes. He liked to read Robinson Crusoe and Don Quixote in his free time. Along with his father, he studied David Ricardo and Adam Smith. He was deeply affected by the vibrant and welcoming culture of France. Mill was inspired to reject Bentham's theory of human nature by his correspondence with Auguste Comte. After 21 years of close friendship with Harriet Taylor, Mill wed her on April 21, 1851. After barely seven years of marriage and after experiencing acute lung congestion, she died in 1858. Thirteen days before his 67th birthday in 1873, Mill passed away from erysipelas in Avignon, France; he was buried next to his wife.

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• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2023
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9359329819
• ISBN 13: 9789359329819
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 148
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