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Indian Logic - A Reader

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The articles in this volume are all landmarks in the evolution of modern studies in Indian logic. The book traces the development of modern studies in Indian logic from their beginnings right up to the latest work.

List of contents

Preface Introduction: Indian Logic and the Colonization of Reason Chapter 1: The Philosophy of the Hindus: On the Nyaya and Vaisesika Systems (1824) Chapter 2: On Indian Logic (1853) Chapter 3: A Note on the Indian Syllogism (1924) Chapter 4: Studies in Indian Logic (1932-3) Chapter 5: On the Method of Research into Nyaya (1933) Chapter 6: Logic in India (1955) Chapter 7: The Indian Variety of Logic (1956) Chapter 8: The Concept of Paks.a in Indian Logic (1973) Chapter 9: Some Aspects of the Navya-Nyaya Theory of Inference (1987) Chapter 10: Introducing Indian Logic (1998)

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Dr Jonardon Ganeri

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'This book widely covers the entire range of logical reasoning in Indian thought. At several places we comes across astute interpretations of Indian logic by various scholars. The unique contours and distinctive features of Indian logic by comparing and contrasting it with Western logic are effectively elucidated by the authors of the articles. Even the subtle nuances among the Indian theories of logical reasoning are well substantiated in the course of their argument. For these findings the editor deserves appreciationl.' - The Hindu

Product details

Authors Ganeri, Dr Jonardon Ganeri, Jonardon Ganeri
Publisher Taylor & Francis
 
Languages English
Product format Paperback / Softback
Released 27.04.2001
 
EAN 9780700713295
ISBN 978-0-7007-1329-5
No. of pages 232
Dimensions 156 mm x 12 mm x 234 mm
Weight 430 g
Subjects Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Other world religions
Social sciences, law, business > Ethnology > Folklore

SOCIAL SCIENCE / Regional Studies, India, Regional Studies, Regional / International studies, East Asian and Indian philosophy, Oriental & Indian philosophy, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Cultural & Ethnic Studies / General

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