A Primer of Probability Logic (Center for the Study of Language and Information - Lecture Notes)

Ernest W. Adams

ISBN 10: 157586066X / ISBN 13: 9781575860664

Published by Stanford Univ Center for the Study, 1999

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376 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Primer of Probability Logic (Center for the Study of Language and Information - Lecture Notes)
• Publisher: Stanford Univ Center for the Study
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 157586066X
• ISBN 13: 9781575860664
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New

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Synopsis

This book is meant to be a primer, that is, an introduction, to probability logic, a subject that appears to be in its infancy. Probability logic is a subject envisioned by Hans Reichenbach and largely created by Adams. It treats conditionals as bearers of conditional probabilities and discusses an appropriate sense of validity for arguments such conditionals, as well as ordinary statements as premisses.

This is a clear well-written text on the subject of probability logic, suitable for advanced undergraduates or graduates, but also of interest to professional philosophers. There are well-thought-out exercises, and a number of advanced topics treated in appendices, while some are brought up in exercises and some are alluded to only in footnotes. By this means, it is hoped that the reader will at least be made aware of most of the important ramifications of the subject and its tie-ins with current research, and will have some indications concerning recent and relevant literature.

Book Description

This is a clear well-written text on the subject of probability logic, suitable for advanced undergraduates or graduates, but also of interest to professional philosophers.