Elements of Logic

Elements of Logic by Richard Whately is a classic textbook on the subject of logic. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of logic, including the nature of reasoning, the structure of arguments, and the rules of inference. It covers a wide range of topics, from the basics of syllogisms and propositional logic to more advanced concepts such as induction and the theory of probability. The book is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of logic. Part one covers the nature and uses of logic, including an introduction to logical terms and the different types of arguments. Part two delves into the structure of arguments, including the different types of propositions and the rules of inference. Part three explores the use of logic in scientific reasoning, including the scientific method and the role of hypothesis testing. Finally, part four covers the practical applications of logic, including the use of logic in everyday life and in legal reasoning.Throughout the book, Whately uses clear and concise language to explain complex concepts, making it accessible to both students and general readers. The book is also filled with examples and exercises to help readers apply the principles of logic to real-world situations. First published in 1826, Elements of Logic has become a classic text in the field of logic and is still widely used in philosophy and other disciplines today.1875. Whately, Archbishop of Dublin, treatise on Logic comprising the substance of the article in the Encyclopedia Metropolitana. De Morgan wrote in 1860 that Whately had restored the study of logic in England. Whateley's achievement was not so much in logic as in moral metalogic; he explained what logicians should have been doing.... Logic, said Whateley, is entirely conversant about language, and it is only as reasoning is expressed in language that logic can study it. The Contents are divided into the following four books: Analytical Outline of the Science; Sythnthetical Compendium; Of Fallacies; and Dissertation on the Province of Reasoning.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.