Arthur T. Shearman / Arthur TShearman
The Development of Symbolic Logic: A Critical-Historical Study of the Logical Calculus by Arthur T. Shearman is a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of symbolic logic. The book provides a detailed account of the historical development of this branch of logic, from its origins in ancient Greece to its modern-day applications in computer science and artificial intelligence.Shearman examines the contributions of major figures in the field, including Aristotle, Boole, Frege, Russell, and Whitehead, and traces the evolution of symbolic logic through various stages of development. He also explores the philosophical and mathematical foundations of symbolic logic, discussing its relationship to other branches of logic and its applications in fields such as linguistics, philosophy, and mathematics.The book is divided into three parts. Part one provides an overview of symbolic logic and its historical development, while part two examines the key figures and their contributions to the field. Part three focuses on the applications of symbolic logic, including its use in computer science and artificial intelligence.Overall, The Development of Symbolic Logic is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of this important branch of logic. Shearman’s critical-historical approach provides a thorough and insightful analysis of the subject, making it an invaluable reference for scholars and students alike.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.
