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Logic for Fun & Profit
This book is intended to be used for an introductory course in logic that includes both traditional and contemporary approaches to the study of logic. Throughout the book, humorous examples of logical errors are used in a style that is both light-hearted and witty to keep students actively engaged in the exercises. Also, the subject matter is presented in such a way that it is attractive to those who have a personal interest in pursuing the mental challenges of logic on their own.
The exercises begin with a warm-up of “mental calisthenics”, proceeding to humorous examples of misuse of language, and gradually moving to mathematical and computer logic as each chapter builds upon the lessons of the preceding one. Each chapter contains sample exercises with solutions, followed by additional exercises that can be worked in class or assigned for students to work on their own. Where rigor is required, clarity of exposition is supplemented with detailed examples. The Appendix contains solutions to odd-numbered exercises. The solutions provide not only the answers but explanations of how the answers are derived so that students can understand the methods they should use to reach their logical conclusion.
The exercises begin with a warm-up of “mental calisthenics”, proceeding to humorous examples of misuse of language, and gradually moving to mathematical and computer logic as each chapter builds upon the lessons of the preceding one. Each chapter contains sample exercises with solutions, followed by additional exercises that can be worked in class or assigned for students to work on their own. Where rigor is required, clarity of exposition is supplemented with detailed examples. The Appendix contains solutions to odd-numbered exercises. The solutions provide not only the answers but explanations of how the answers are derived so that students can understand the methods they should use to reach their logical conclusion.
301 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 24, 2019
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August 30, 2019
I felt smarter after I read this book. Really!
As someone who considers themselves a non-fiction junkie, I found this book to be a terribly fascinating dissection of logic. There were so many tidbits of interesting thought process that the book was a buffet for the mind. Seriously, this book is fascinating.
So if you ever wanted to be that smart guy at a gathering, and amaze people with your massive intellect, then read this book. Really, this book is absolutely fascinating!
As someone who considers themselves a non-fiction junkie, I found this book to be a terribly fascinating dissection of logic. There were so many tidbits of interesting thought process that the book was a buffet for the mind. Seriously, this book is fascinating.
So if you ever wanted to be that smart guy at a gathering, and amaze people with your massive intellect, then read this book. Really, this book is absolutely fascinating!
August 24, 2019
While at times the logic puzzles were well above my pay-grade, I will say this is the only math book that has ever made me genuinely giggle with delight. It's not a book for the faint of heart, but if you enjoy word puzzles and logic-based mental problem solving, you will find this book well worth your time, and effort.
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