Best Logic Textbook

ancienlucien

Hi, what are some of the best intro to logic textbooks out there? I am looking to learn more about logic fundamentals and considering reading several books to improve my logic understanding. Thanks.

Alex

I read Intro to Logic by Gensler in undergrad for a very basic logic course. It's easy to read and written especially for beginners. You also can get away with only reading the first 8 chapters or so, the rest I think it much more advanced than anything you're going to see on the LSAT.

TabbyG123

This book is known for being one of most accessible on learning formal logic. The first three or so chapters are probably sufficient for LSAT purposes. A little expensive, yes; hopefully you can find a PDF or something online.

https://www.amazon.com/Logic-Paul-Tomassi/dp/0415166969

ancienlucien

Thanks for the recommendations guys! @"nicolas.saw" and @"Alex Divine"

Alex

@kudjo1982 said:
Thanks for the recommendations guys! @"nicolas.saw" and @"Alex Divine"

You got it!

I actually took a quick check into the book @"nicolas.saw" recommended and it looks really good as well. I will say that while these books helped me begin my prep with some knowledge on conditional logic, I think your time may be better spent re-doing lessons on here or maybe even checking out MLSAT LR or The LSAT Trainer. In any case, if you have ample time before the test and really want to learn the deep logical underpinnings of the LSAT, by all means check out these books. I just wanted to make it clear that I think the logic lessons on here or in most LSAT books are sufficient for understanding the logic you'll need to do well on this test

10000019

If you want a book to help you with the LSAT, I don't think you're being efficient.
If you find the subject interesting, I would suggest looking into digital logic instead. It overlaps with logic, but you get exposure to another discipline which IMO is valuable.

If you're interested, let me know and I can give you a textbook recommendation and a youtube series suggestion.

ancienlucien

@10000019 thanks for the feedback. what is your textbook recommendation?

ancienlucien

@"Alex Divine" thanks. I am also considering getting LSAT Trainer. I have read good reviews about it. What are your thoughts?

Alex

@kudjo1982 said:
@"Alex Divine" thanks. I am also considering getting LSAT Trainer. I have read good reviews about it. What are your thoughts?

I'm a big fan of The LSAT Trainer. I think it's great for mindset and strategy. It takes a more intuitive approach that compliments 7Sage's logic-driven approach to logical reasoning.

10000019

@kudjo1982 said:
@10000019 thanks for the feedback. what is your textbook recommendation?

ISBN-13: 978-0134638942
That is the book I started with. Doesn't have the best reviews, but it's solid IMO.
I can't recall the name of the course I was following along with online, but I recall it being in Australia and the lecturer was an Israeli PhD student.

ancienlucien

@10000019 this is very helpful. thanks!