The Elements of Logic


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On the Syllogism


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Originally published in 1966 On the Syllogism and Other Logical Writings assembles for the first time the five celebrated memoirs of Augustus De Morgan on the syllogism. These are collected together with the more condensed accounts of his researches given in his Syllabus of a Proposed System of Logic an article on Logic contributed to the English Cyclopaedia. De Morgan was among the most distinguished of nineteenth century British mathematicians but is chiefly remembered today as one of the founders of modern mathematical logic. His writings on this subject have been little read, however since apart from his Formal Logic, they lie buried for the most part in inaccessible periodicals. De Morgan’s own later amendments are inserted in the text and the editorial introduction gives a summary of the whole and traces in some detail the course of the once-famous feud with Sir William Hamilton of Edinburgh.




A Hundred Years of British Philosophy


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This is Volume XIV of twenty-two in a series on 20th Century Philosophy. Originally published in 1938. The Library of Philosophy was designed as a contribution to the History of Modern Philosophy under the heads: first of different Schools of Thought-Sensationalist, Realist, Idealist, Intuitivist; secondly of different Subjects—Psychology Ethics, Aesthetics, Political Philosophy, Theology. Dr Rudolf Metz’s book entitled ‘Die philosophischen Stromungen der Gegenwart in Grossbritannien’ of which this volume is a translation, was the first attempt to give a detailed account to his own countrymen of the develop)llent of British philosophy during the last, and the first part of this, century.




The Logical Tracts


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In three comprehensive volumes, Logic of the Future presents a full panorama of Charles S. Peirce’s important late writings. Among the most influential American thinkers, Peirce took his existential graphs to be his greatest contribution to human thought. The manuscripts from 1895—1913, most of which are published here for the first time, testify the richness and open-endedness of his theory of logic and its applications. They also invite us to reconsider our ordinary conceptions of reasoning as well as the conventional stories told about the evolution of modern logic. This second volume collects Peirce’s writings on existential graphs related to his Lowell Lectures of 1903, the annus mirabilis of his that became decisive in the development of the mature theory of the graphical method of logic.




Studies and Exercises in Formal Logic


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In 'Studies and Exercises in Formal Logic' by John Neville Keynes, readers are presented with a rigorous exploration of formal logic, specifically aimed at students and beginners in the field. The book covers various logical concepts such as propositions, syllogisms, and mathematical logic, guiding the reader through exercises to strengthen their understanding. Written in a clear and concise manner, the work reflects the author's expertise in logic and his desire to educate and inspire future logicians. Keynes balances theoretical discussions with practical examples, making the content accessible to a wide audience. This work is a valuable resource for those interested in developing their logical reasoning skills and gaining a deeper understanding of the principles of formal logic. Keynes' emphasis on practice and application sets this book apart from other traditional logic texts, making it a standout choice for students of logic and philosophy.










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