Critical Reasoning and Logic

Robert Boyd's new text is useful for introductory courses in critical reasoning and logic. This text assumes that logic is practiced and best understood by students when they see practical applications of logic principles. Boyd's text integrates the rigor of the study of logic in a fresh, accessible style of writing to show students that logic is essential and less daunting than they might think. In addition to teaching students how to become better thinkers, the text also helps students become better writers. Features of Critical Reasoning and Logic Exceedingly clear and accurate account of formal and informal logic Rigorous study of logic while remaining accessible to students Balanced between inductive and deductive reasoning problems Practical applications of logic principles throughout entire text Hundreds of engaging exercises Oriented towards helping students become better writers through student projects Places study of reasoning within context of larger concernsBoyd, Robert is the author of 'Critical Reasoning and Logic', published 2002 under ISBN 9780130812216 and ISBN 0130812218.