More Precisely
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More Precisely provides a rigorous and engaging introduction to the mathematics necessary to do philosophy. It is impossible to fully understand much of the most important work in contemporary philosophy without a basic grasp of set theory, functions, probability, modality and infinity. Until now, this knowledge was difficult to acquire. Professors had to provide custom handouts to their classes, while students struggled through math texts searching for insight. More Precisely fills this key gap
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This essential guide delivers the mathematical toolkit required for serious philosophical work, breaking down complex concepts like set theory, probability, and modal logic into digestible components. Steinhart addresses a critical gap in philosophical education by providing what was previously only available through scattered professor handouts and intimidating mathematics textbooks. The book serves as a rigorous yet accessible introduction to the formal methods that underpin contemporary philosophical arguments, making abstract reasoning concrete and manageable.
What sets this resource apart is its targeted approach—it teaches only the mathematics philosophers actually use, avoiding unnecessary academic detours. Students grappling with analytic philosophy will find immediate practical value, while instructors finally have a standardized text for teaching formal methods. By demystifying the technical foundations of modern thought, this book empowers readers to engage with sophisticated philosophical debates that were previously mathematically inaccessible.
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