Introducing Logic - Softcover

Shatil, Sharron

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1840464275 ISBN 13: 9781840464276

Publisher: Icon Books, 2006

Synopsis

Logic is the backbone of Western civilization, holding its systems of philosophy, science and law. Yet despite logic's widely acknowledged importance, it remains an unbroken seal for many, due to its heavy use of jargon and mathematical symbolism. This book invites you to crack open that seal and acquaint yourself with this central discipline. It follows the historical development of logic, explains the symbols and methods involved and explores the philosophical issues surrounding the topic in an easy-to-follow and friendly manner. It will take you through the influence of logic on scientific method and the various sciences from physics to psychology, and will show you why computers and digital technology are just another case of logic in action. The difficulties and limitations of logical systems will also be exposed, and you will get a taste of contemporary developments in the field. For the philosophy and sciences student, as well as for the general reader, this book is a unique and indispensable introduction to the terms and ideas of logic, without being a textbook that draws on a deep understanding of mathematical methods.

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Review

"'Introducing is a miracle of modern publishing... buy one now.' Don Patterson, Guardian"

About the Author

Sharron Shatil is a lecturer at University College London. Dan Cryan studied Philosophy at University College London, writing his postgraduate dissertation on the philosophy of language. He lives in London SE3. Bill Mayblin is a senior partner in the London-based design group Information Design Workshop, and has also illustrated Introducing books on Derrida and Linguistics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Icon Books
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 1840464275
• ISBN 13: 9781840464276
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 176
• Illustrator: Cryan Dan