Palaestra Logica (1904)

By W H Forbes and Dennis Hird

Book Overview

Palaestra Logica is a book written by William Henry Forbes and first published in 1904. The book is a comprehensive guide to logic, covering topics such as the nature of reasoning, the principles of deductive and inductive reasoning, and the various forms of logical fallacies. It also includes discussions on the theory of knowledge, the nature of truth, and the relationship between language and logic. The book is divided into three main sections: the first section covers the basic principles of logic, including the nature of propositions, the laws of thought, and the different types of syllogisms. The second section delves deeper into the theory of knowledge and the nature of truth, exploring topics such as the correspondence theory of truth and the coherence theory of truth. Finally, the third section covers the application of logic to various fields, such as science, ethics, and politics.Overall, Palaestra Logica is a comprehensive and detailed guide to logic, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the principles and applications of this important field of study.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164855239
• ISBN13: 9781164855231
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"