Essential Logic offers:

. Readability. A dialogue-like yet challenging style makes this introductory logic textbook engaging and interesting.

. Essentials. Deductive and inductive reasoning, formal and informal logic are placed within a philosophical perspective.

. Rigor. A careful sequence of learning steps communicates the essential skills of reasoning and directs students to write, support, and argue by connecting criticism to key concepts.

. Relevance. Explanations and examples...