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Logic and philosophy : a modern introduction / Paul Tidman, Howard Kahane.

By: Tidman, Paul.
Contributor(s): Kahane, Howard, 1928-.
Publisher: Belmont, Calif. : Wadsworth, c1999Edition: 8th ed.Description: xv, 464 p. ; 24 cm.ISBN: 0534526144.Subject(s): LogicDDC classification: 160
Contents:
Preface. - Pt. 1. Sentential Logic. Ch. 1. Introduction. Ch. 2. Truth-Functions. Ch. 3. Truth Tables. Ch. 4. Proofs. Ch. 5. Conditiona and Indirect Proofs. - Pt. 2. Predicate Logic. Ch. 6. Predicate Logic Symbolizations. Ch. 7. Predicate Logic Invalidity. Ch. 8. Predicate Logic Proofs. Ch. 9. Relational POredicate Logic. Ch. 10. Rationale Behind the Precise Formulation of the Four Quantifier Rules. Ch. 11. Indentity and Philosophical Problems of Symbolic Logic. Ch. 12. Truth Trees. - Pt. 3. Other Systems of Logic. Ch. 13. Syllogistic Logic. Ch. 14. Inductive Logic. Ch. 15. Axiom Systems. Ch. 16. Alternative Logics. - Answers to Even-Numbered Exercise Items. - Bibliography. - Special Symbols. - Index.
Summary: Logic and Philosophy offers a rigorous yet accessible introduction to a complete system for sentential and first-order predicate logic, together with coverage of traditional syllogistic logic and other systems of logic. Throughout the book, the authors include help with understanding complex topics : "Walk Through" sections guide readers step-by-step through sample problems. Expanded explanations, many examples, and clear discussions of strategy--all help readers grasp the material. - Back cover
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Preface. - Pt. 1. Sentential Logic. Ch. 1. Introduction. Ch. 2. Truth-Functions. Ch. 3. Truth Tables. Ch. 4. Proofs. Ch. 5. Conditiona and Indirect Proofs. - Pt. 2. Predicate Logic. Ch. 6. Predicate Logic Symbolizations. Ch. 7. Predicate Logic Invalidity. Ch. 8. Predicate Logic Proofs. Ch. 9. Relational POredicate Logic. Ch. 10. Rationale Behind the Precise Formulation of the Four Quantifier Rules. Ch. 11. Indentity and Philosophical Problems of Symbolic Logic. Ch. 12. Truth Trees. - Pt. 3. Other Systems of Logic. Ch. 13. Syllogistic Logic. Ch. 14. Inductive Logic. Ch. 15. Axiom Systems. Ch. 16. Alternative Logics. - Answers to Even-Numbered Exercise Items. - Bibliography. - Special Symbols. - Index.

Logic and Philosophy offers a rigorous yet accessible introduction to a complete system for sentential and first-order predicate logic, together with coverage of traditional syllogistic logic and other systems of logic. Throughout the book, the authors include help with understanding complex topics : "Walk Through" sections guide readers step-by-step through sample problems. Expanded explanations, many examples, and clear discussions of strategy--all help readers grasp the material. - Back cover

Accompanied by : 1 computer optical disc (4 3/4 in.) : Logic Coach III by Nelson Pole for Tidman & Kahane's Logic and philosophy : a modern introduction. 8th ed.