Introduction to Logic - 10th Edition (Catlett, VA)

Introduction to Logic - 10th Edition

condition goodLocal pick-up preferred but will ship at the buyer s expense. Kingston - Books 5 - IMG_1172 Authors Irving M. Copi and Carl Cohen. Publisher Prentice Hall Note The book is hand annotated (observations are made) on certain pages. Preface The study of logic is given great support by an orderly and perspicuous account of its central principles and techniques. To explain these accurately and comprehensively in interesting style illuminated by examples and reinforced by a wide array of meaningful exercises has been the aim of this book from its very first days. These objectives we continue to pursue in this 10th edition of Introduction to Logic. Contents by chapter 1. Basic Logical Concepts 2. Analyzing and Diagramming Arguments 3. Solving Problems Using Logic 4. The Uses of Language 5. Definition 6. Fallacies 7. Categorical Propositions 8. Categorical Syllogisms 9. Arguments in Ordinary Language 10. Symbolic Language 11. The Methods of Deduction 12. Quantification Theory 13. Analogy and Probable Inferences 14. Casual Connections Mill s Methods of Experimental Inquiry 15. Science and Hypothesis 16. Probability Solutions to Selected Exercises Special Symbols Glossary and Index of Logical Terms Index of Names and Titles For undergraduate-level courses in Introduction to Logic. The most complete authoritative treatment of introductory logic - both deductive and inductive classical and modern - this text prepares students to understand recognize and apply classical syllogistic logic and the more powerful techniques of modern symbolic logic. All concepts and techniques are carefully and thoroughly explained and are brought to life through a wealth of real-life examples of lively arguments and explanations. These examples are drawn from political speeches classics of philosophy (ancient and modern) scientific articles writings on economics literature religious texts and many recent writings on contemporary moral and social controversies familiar to students - all demonstrating the application of logical principles by serious writers and thinkers trying to solve real problems in a wide range of fields. Hardcover 714 pages ISBN 0-13-242587-4