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A range of puzzles dealing with word play and logic, mathematics and philosophy, featuring Alice and the creatures of Wonderland.
This book investigates the intersection of formal logic, recreational mathematics, and philosophical inquiry through the lens of Lewis Carroll's iconic literary world. Raymond Smullyan, a renowned logician and mathematician, utilizes the whimsical setting of Wonderland to present a series of increasingly complex problems. By framing abstract logical principles within the dialogue of familiar characters, the author demonstrates how rigorous mathematical reasoning can be applied to linguistic and philosophical paradoxes.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts frequently cite this work as a highly accessible entry point for readers interested in the mechanics of formal logic and recreational mathematics. Readers often note that while the prose is lighthearted and playful, the underlying logical challenges require significant concentration and analytical rigor.
Page Count:
192
Publication Date:
1984-06-05
Publisher:
Penguin Books
ISBN-10:
0140070567
ISBN-13:
9780140070569
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