Logic, or the Science of Inference: A Systematic View of the Principles of Evidence, and the Methods of Inference in the Various Departments of Human Knowledge (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Joseph Devey

 
9781333157579: Logic, or the Science of Inference: A Systematic View of the Principles of Evidence, and the Methods of Inference in the Various Departments of Human Knowledge (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Unlock the logic behind how we form beliefs and build knowledge.

This systematic study explains the principles of evidence and the methods of inference across different fields, offering a clear framework for reasoning in science, philosophy, and everyday inquiry.

This edition presents a cohesive view of inference, showing how various logical tools work together to detect error, verify truth, and support sound conclusions. It draws on historical and contemporary ideas to explain how new general laws are tested, extended, and applied across diverse subjects, while acknowledging the debates that have shaped the study of logic.
  • Learn how induction, extension, and verification operate in real scientific practice
  • See how different schools of thought can complement each other in building a robust system of logic
  • Understand practical methods for evaluating evidence and drawing reliable conclusions
  • Explore how logic connects with knowledge across the sciences and humanities
Ideal for readers of philosophy of science and anyone interested in how reasoning underpins scientific progress and everyday belief.

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