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The Semantic Foundations of Logic Volume 1: Propositional Logics
R.L. Epstein
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Paperback. Series: Nijhoff International Philosophy Series. Num Pages: 410 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPL; PBC; UYQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 629.
This book grew out of my confusion. If logic is objective how can there be so many logics? Is there one right logic, or many right ones? Is there some underlying unity that connects them? What is the significance of the mathematical theorems about logic which I've learned if they have no connection to our everyday reasoning? The answers I propose revolve around the perception that what one pays attention to in reasoning determines which logic is appropriate. The act of abstracting from our reasoning in our usual language is the stepping stone from reasoned argument to logic. We cannot ... Read more
This book grew out of my confusion. If logic is objective how can there be so many logics? Is there one right logic, or many right ones? Is there some underlying unity that connects them? What is the significance of the mathematical theorems about logic which I've learned if they have no connection to our everyday reasoning? The answers I propose revolve around the perception that what one pays attention to in reasoning determines which logic is appropriate. The act of abstracting from our reasoning in our usual language is the stepping stone from reasoned argument to logic. We cannot ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Number of pages
410
Condition
New
Series
Nijhoff International Philosophy Series
Number of Pages
388
Place of Publication
Dordrecht, Netherlands
ISBN
9789401067225
SKU
V9789401067225
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Reviews for The Semantic Foundations of Logic Volume 1: Propositional Logics
`Throughout, the treatment is thorough and the writing is clear. Superb bibliography; glossary; extensive index. Highly recommended for every specialist in logic.' Choice, 1991