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 | | Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking by Merrilee H. Salmon ISBN-10: 0155430645 ISBN-10: 0-15-543064-5 ISBN-13: 9780155430648 ISBN-13: 978-0-15-543064-8 Hardcover 1994-11 Harcourt Brace College Publishers Find Lowest Price |
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Product Description This text offers a balanced treatment of reasoning in ordinary language and formal techniques that enhance understanding of reasoning. The text begins with an extensive treatment of inductive reasoning that includes inductive generalizations and causal arguments. Since students are already familiar with these types of arguments in everyday life, they can appreciate the point of studying them in a systematic way. The text contains many timely features, lively and straightforward prose, and numerous examples and exercises drawn from many areas of knowledge. It combines a sensitive treatment of ordinary language arguments with a simple but rigorous exposition of basic principles of logic. | ||
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Too easy This text is just too easy; it's emphasis is more on critical thinking than actual logic. With the intention of delving into the field of analytical philosophy, I wanted a logic text that would prepare me. This was not sufficient. It's more of a critical thinking handbook than an actual logic text. It's discussion of deductive logic is limited. There is a pro to the book though. Salmon is neither dry no confusing in her writing. I found the book quite an easy read. (But is a logic text supposed to be?) Overall, I would only recommend this book if you're looking to improve your critical thinking skills; look elsewhere for a more in depth look at formal symbolic logic. | ||
"It pushes buttons!" This book was required reading for a college philosophy class. Unlike other boring textbooks, Salmon's unique approach to teaching critical thinking encourages classroom discussion and the application of practical situations. Each topic is related in text to many real-life examples, famous literary works, and quotes from the great philosophers. This "worldliness" makes Critical Thinking not only interesting, but actively engages the reader. In a small aspect, a few examples may seem opinionated. When an example quoting the Bible was being debated in class as fallacious, my professor commented, "I like this book... it pushes buttons!" The most important aspect is that the information will help you in any career. Whether a doctor, lawyer, business person, engineer, or even a scientist, these Critical Thinking concepts can be applied to many situations. You will be surprised how inductive reasoning can be applied to uncover new information. The topics of deductive reasoning can help construct better arguments for debating. Most importantly, you will find an easy, yet entertaining read. | ||