Modal Logics and Philosophy

by RodGirle (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2010

  $34.00

  In Part 1, the reader is introduced to some standard systems of modal logic and provided with a series of exercises that encourage proficiency in manipulating these logics. Girle emphasizes possible world semantics for modal logics and its formal method, Jeffrey-style truth-trees, in which standard truth-trees are extended in a simple and transparent way to take possible worlds into account. Part 2 explores the applications of modal logic to philosophical issues such as truth, time, processes, knowledge and belief, and obligation and permission.

• New

  Paperback
  2009

  $46.13

  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.