Modal Logics and Philosophy by Rod Girle

Modal Logics and Philosophy by Rod Girle

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Offers a comprehensive introduction to modal logics and their application suitable for course use. This book places its emphasis on showing how useful modal logic can be as a tool for formal philosophical analysis. It explores the applications of modal logic to philosophical issues such as truth, time, processes, and knowledge and belief.

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Modal Logics and Philosophy by Rod Girle

Offers a comprehensive introduction to modal logics and their application suitable for course use. This book places its emphasis on showing how useful modal logic can be as a tool for formal philosophical analysis. It explores the applications of modal logic to philosophical issues such as truth, time, processes, and knowledge and belief.
Reviews of first edition: "This is an excellent bookGirle not only knows logic, he also knows how it ought to be taught in ways that students find accessible. In this book, we see the fruits of Girle's efforts in teaching modal logic to advanced philosophy students. The results bear all of the marks of Girle's distinctive style. It is accessible, packed full of interesting, useful examples, and just the right amount of detail necessary to illuminate the core ideas." - Greg Restall, Australasian Journal of Philosophy Rod Girle is the best logic teacher that I know. All those who want a non-technical introduction to modal logic and its applications will now be able to benefit from his outstanding pedagogic skills.A" - Graham Priest, Graduate Center, City University of New York and University of Melbourne "Modal Logics and Philosophy has the technical precision and rigour that is sometimes sacrificed to concern with philosophical logic. A book that will stand out amongst modal logic texts." - Bernard Linsky, University of Alberta
Rod Girle is Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Auckland, New Zealand.
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ISBN 13 9781844652082
ISBN 10 1844652084
Title Modal Logics and Philosophy
Author Rod Girle
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 2009-10-20
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.