Скачать или смотреть An Introduction to Logic and Its Applications

In an interview, *Joseph Foley, a philosopher,* explains what logic is and how to use it. Foley distinguishes between the traditional *Aristotelian view of logic as universal principles of reasoning* and the modern concept of *logic as a set of tools that can be adapted for different contexts.* He discusses the *historical development of logic,* highlighting the unification of Aristotelian and Stoic systems by Frege. Foley also clarifies key logical concepts such as *validity and soundness,* and examines *formal and informal fallacies,* emphasizing the importance of *clarity and precision in argumentation.* He concludes by recommending resources for learning logic, underscoring its transformative power for understanding the world.