Introducing Logic and Critical Thinking: The Skills of Reasoning and the Virtues of Inquiry

This textbook for classes in logic introduces students to both the skills of deductive and inductive logic as well as the virtues of intellectual inquiry.

This robust, clear, and well-researched textbook for classes in logic introduces students to both formal logic and to the virtues of intellectual inquiry. Part 1 challenges students to develop the analytical skills of deductive and inductive reasoning, showing them how to identify and evaluate arguments. Part 2 helps students develop the intellectual virtues of the wise inquirer. The book includes helpful pedagogical features such as practice exercises and a concluding summary with definitions of key concepts for each chapter. Resources for professors and students are available through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources.