More Precisely: The Math You Need to Do Philosophy - Second

More Precisely: The Math You Need to Do Philosophy - Second Edition

More Precisely is a rigorous and engaging introduction to the mathematics necessary to do philosophy. Eric Steinhart provides lucid explanations of many basic mathematical concepts and sets out the most commonly used notational conventions. He also demonstrates how mathematics applies to fundamental issues in various branches of philosophy, including metaphysics, philosophy of language, epistemology, and ethics. This second edition adds a substantial section on decision and game theory, as well as a chapter on information theory and the efficient coding of information.
Country USA
Brand Broadview Press Inc
Manufacturer Broadview Press
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781554813452
ReleaseDate 2017-11-21

More Precisely: The Math You Need to Do Philosophy - Second Edition