1st Edition

An Introduction to Logic The Criticism of Arguments

By Peter Alexander Copyright 1969
290 Pages
by Routledge

290 Pages
by Routledge

290 Pages
by Routledge

Originally published in 1969. This book is for undergraduates whether specializing in philosophy or not. It assumes no previous knowledge of logic but aims to show how logical notions arise from, or are abstracted from, everyday discourse, whether technical or non-technical. It sets out a knowledge of principles and, while not historical, gives an account of the reasons for which modern systems... Read more

Preface 1. The Nature of the Subject 2. Some Types of Argument 3. Language and its Formalization 4. Some Principles of Inference 5. Systems and Proofs. Appendix: A Note on Other Systems

Biography

Alexander\, Peter

Review of the original publication:
’Peter Alexander’s new textbook comes like a breath of fresh air. He has produced a comprehensive introduction to the subject which is not only clear and well-balanced but also stimulating.’ Contemporary Review