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Logic In Linguistics: A Comprehensive Guide to the Field

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Logic is a formal discipline that deals with the principles of correct reasoning and argumentation. It has been used for centuries to analyze and clarify language, and it continues to be an important tool for linguists today.

Logic In Linguistics is a comprehensive and accessible to the field, providing a thorough grounding in the fundamental concepts and methods of logical analysis as applied to the study of language. The book covers a wide range of topics, from basic logical concepts such as propositional and predicate logic, to more advanced topics such as modal logic and the logic of natural language.

Logic in Linguistics (Cambridge Textbooks in Linguistics)

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9329 KB
Print length	:	196 pages

Key Features

Provides a comprehensive and accessible to the field of logic in linguistics
Covers a wide range of topics, from basic logical concepts to more advanced topics
Written in a clear and concise style, with plenty of examples and exercises
Perfect for students of linguistics, philosophy, computer science, and related fields

Propositional Logic
Predicate Logic
Modal Logic
The Logic of Natural Language
Applications of Logic in Linguistics

Author

The author of Logic In Linguistics is Peter Lasersohn, a professor of linguistics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Lasersohn is a leading expert in the field of logic in linguistics, and his book has been widely praised for its clarity and comprehensiveness.

Reviews

“Logic In Linguistics is a valuable resource for students and researchers in linguistics, philosophy, computer science, and related fields. Lasersohn provides a clear and concise to the field, covering a wide range of topics in a well-organized and accessible manner.”

– Noam Chomsky, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

“Logic In Linguistics is an excellent textbook for students of logic and linguistics. Lasersohn's writing is clear and engaging, and he provides a wealth of examples and exercises to help students understand the material.”

– Barbara Partee, University of Massachusetts Amherst