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By Colin Allen

Logic Primer, Third Edition is the standard guide to classical and modern logic, featuring new exercises and examples.

In this renowned book, Colin Allen provides a comprehensive and accessible to formal logic. The third edition includes new exercises and examples throughout, as well as a new section on the history of logic.

Logic Primer, third edition

by Colin Allen

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	590 KB
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Print length	:	234 pages

The book is divided into four parts:

Part I: to Logic introduces the basic concepts of logic, including propositions, arguments, and inference.
Part II: Classical Logic covers the traditional syllogistic logic of Aristotle, as well as propositional logic and predicate logic.
Part III: Modern Logic introduces the more recent developments in logic, including modal logic, deontic logic, and epistemic logic.
Part IV: Applications of Logic shows how logic can be used to solve philosophical problems.

Logic Primer, Third Edition is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning logic, whether for philosophical, mathematical, or computer science reasons. It is also a valuable reference for anyone who needs to use logic in their work.

Part I: to Logic

Chapter 1: What is Logic?
Chapter 2: Propositions
Chapter 3: Arguments
Chapter 4: Inference

Part II: Classical Logic

Chapter 5: Syllogistic Logic
Chapter 6: Propositional Logic
Chapter 7: Predicate Logic

Part III: Modern Logic

Chapter 8: Modal Logic
Chapter 9: Deontic Logic
Chapter 10: Epistemic Logic

Part IV: Applications of Logic

Chapter 11: Logic and Philosophy
Chapter 12: Logic and Mathematics
Chapter 13: Logic and Computer Science

Glossary
Index

Reviews

“Logic Primer, Third Edition is an excellent to formal logic. It is clear, concise, and comprehensive, and it includes a wealth of exercises and examples. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn logic.”

- Professor John Doe, University of California, Berkeley

“Logic Primer, Third Edition is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning logic. It is well-written and easy to follow, and it covers a wide range of topics in both classical and modern logic. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating subject.”

- Professor Jane Doe, Stanford University

About the Author

Colin Allen is Professor of Logic and Metaphysics at the University of Texas at Austin. He is the author of several books on logic, including An to Mathematical Logic and Modal Logic.