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The art of logic in an illogical world
Book • 2018
In this book, Eugenia Cheng explores the concept of mathematical logic and its limitations in a post-truth world.
Cheng, a mathematician, explains how logic sometimes falls prey to emotion and why combining logical and emotional reasoning is vital for clear thinking and effective communication.
The book covers the basics of logic, argumentation, and emotion, using humor and illustrative examples to make the concepts accessible.
It emphasizes the importance of using both logic and emotional appeal to find common ground, particularly in divisive times.
Cheng, a mathematician, explains how logic sometimes falls prey to emotion and why combining logical and emotional reasoning is vital for clear thinking and effective communication.
The book covers the basics of logic, argumentation, and emotion, using humor and illustrative examples to make the concepts accessible.
It emphasizes the importance of using both logic and emotional appeal to find common ground, particularly in divisive times.
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