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The Snake and the Fox: Introduction to Logic
Paperback
Main Details
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The Snake and the Fox: Introduction to Logic
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Mary Haight
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback | | Pages:512 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 246,Width 174 |
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| Category/Genre | Philosophy - logic |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780415166942
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| Classifications | Dewey:160 |
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| Audience | | Undergraduate | | Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly | |
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| Illustrations |
100 black & white tables
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Taylor & Francis Ltd
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| Imprint |
Routledge
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| Publication Date |
19 August 1999 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Offering a different way to look at and understand logic, this volume uses graphics to tell the story of how logic works, and why it works the way it does. Things explained and discussed in the text include basic logic concepts such as: sound and valid reasoning; logical form; formal and informal fallacies; necessary and contingent statements; inductive vs. deductive reasoning; the logic of statements, using truth-tables; the logic of sets, using Venn diagrams; and the logic of statements. Using proofs and rules of inference, Mary Haight covers material used in any orthodox introduction to logic course. She also includes some discussion on the philosophical theory underlying the logic: not just how to do it, but why it takes the form it does.
Reviews"An original book for learning logic. Accessible without compromising on rigour."-"Network ""The Snake and the Fox is clear, engaging, and carefully presented...a good choice for the novice."-Choice, May 2000 Kirkus Review US:This quirky book offers an entertaining introduction to logic for anyone with a serious interest in understanding how logic works and why it works the way it does. By using ordinary language, characters such as the snake and the fox, and entertaining illustrations, the author makes a highly complex subject simpler and more fun than it would be otherwise. Penetrate the jungle of formal and informal fallacies, inductive and deductive reasoning, learn to recognize the crime of 'putting words into someone's mouth' and discover cheating tactics almost painlessly. (Kirkus UK)
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