Logic for Everyone - Softcover

Decker, Jason

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1009220551 ISBN 13: 9781009220552

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2025

Synopsis

A rigorous, yet accessible and entertaining introduction to the field of logic, this book provides students with a unique insight into logic as a living field and how it connects to other fields of inquiry including philosophy, computer science, linguistics, and mathematics. With no background knowledge needed, students are introduced to a critical examination of 'classical logic', and the technical issues and paradoxes that may be encountered. Each chapter includes key pedagogical features such as marginal notes, definitions, chapter summaries and practice exercises. Arguments are backed up by authentic examples of logic within natural languages and everyday life. The flexible chapter structure allows instructors to tailor their teaching for either a one-semester or two-semester course, according to their students' needs and knowledge. Online resources include a companion website featuring further readings, class handouts, LaTeX resources, along with an Online Proof Evaluator allowing students to get real-time feedback.

About this title

About the Author

Jason Decker is a Professor of Philosophy and Cognitive Science at Carleton College, where he has taught a variety of courses in logic, language, mind, epistemology, cognitive science, conspiracy theories and color. He has been teaching formal logic for twenty years since receiving his Ph.D. from MIT in 2006. He has served as an associate editor of the journal Analysis and has published numerous papers on relevant topics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1009220551
• ISBN 13: 9781009220552
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 462