A Short Introduction to the Study of Logic (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Laurence Johnstone

9780260333001: A Short Introduction to the Study of Logic (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 026033300X ISBN 13: 9780260333001

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Master the essentials of logic with a clear, accessible guide to how thinking argues its case.

This concise introduction explains what logic is, how the mind forms ideas, and how reasoning moves from observations to conclusions. It helps readers see how evidence and argument work together to reach truth.

Drawing on traditional distinctions between formal and material logic, the book outlines the roles of the agent, the act of reasoning, and the end of truth. It introduces key powers of the mind, from perception to judgment and reasoning, and shows how induction relates to demonstration. Written in plain language, it invites readers to grasp the structure of argument without getting lost in technical detail.

Learn the basic parts of an argument: the agent, the act of reasoning, and the end (truth).
Understand how perception, imagination, and the formation of ideas lead to judgments and conclusions.
Explore induction, its strengths and limits, and how it fits within logical method.
See how clear rules help distinguish sound reasoning from common errors.

Ideal for students starting logic, curious readers, or anyone wanting a solid foundation in logical thinking and its practical uses.

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