Practical Logic

Discover how one of the twentieth century’s most brilliant minds redefined the meaning of thought, truth, and understanding. Logic, Language, and Life: Understanding the Transformative Ideas of Ludwig Wittgenstein explores the profound evolution of a philosopher who changed how we see language and reality. From the razor-sharp precision of the Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus to the groundbreaking insights of Philosophical Investigations, Wittgenstein’s journey reshaped modern philosophy and continues to influence linguistics, psychology, artificial intelligence, and ethics. Written in ...

The Logic of Communication: Exploring the Principles and Applications of Information Theory takes you inside one of the most important scientific revolutions of the modern age. From Claude Shannon’s groundbreaking insights in the 1940s to the ways information theory powers today’s digital world, this book reveals how the hidden rules of communication shape everything we do. Discover how information can be measured, compressed, secured, and transmitted across noisy channels with remarkable accuracy. Learn why entropy is central to understanding uncertainty, how redundancy and error ...

Reason and Revolution: Understanding the Transformative Ideas of Bertrand Russell Bertrand Russell was one of the most brilliant and courageous thinkers of the twentieth century—a philosopher, mathematician, and activist who devoted his life to truth, freedom, and reason. Reason and Revolution: Understanding the Transformative Ideas of Bertrand Russell explores the extraordinary scope of his thought, from his pioneering work in logic and mathematics to his passionate defense of peace, education, and intellectual freedom. This in-depth exploration traces how Russell reshaped philosophy ...

If you constantly second-guess yourself, overanalyze small decisions, or feel mentally drained trying to solve problems, this audiobook offers a transformative shift. Designed for busy professionals and thinkers ready to level up their logic, this powerful 10-in-1 guide gives you the clarity and structure you’ve been missing. Through modern examples, proven tools, and timeless mental models, you’ll learn how to think critically under pressure, make confident decisions, and protect yourself from manipulation, bias, and misinformation. This isn’t about learning more—it’s about thinking better.

Discover the timeless wisdom of one of history’s greatest thinkers in Wisdom and Virtue: Exploring the Enduring Philosophy of Aristotle. More than two thousand years after his death, Aristotle’s ideas about logic, ethics, politics, and the pursuit of happiness still shape how we think about truth, justice, and the good life. This engaging and accessible book introduces readers to Aristotle’s key philosophical insights, from the foundations of rational thought and the nature of reality to the cultivation of virtue and the role of community. Each chapter explores a different aspect of ...

Master PLC Programming and Industrial Automation with Real-World Examples From manufacturing plants and conveyor systems to HVAC control and smart packaging lines, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are the backbone of modern automation. This comprehensive guide takes you step by step from PLC basics to advanced applications, equipping you with the skills to design, program, and troubleshoot industrial systems.What You’ll Learn Inside: ✅ PLC Fundamentals – Understand PLC hardware, inputs/outputs, communication, and software tools. ✅ Programming Languages – Learn Ladder Logic, ...

Foundations of Form: Understanding the Enduring Ideas of Euclid and the Birth of Geometry explores how one ancient thinker transformed human understanding of logic, structure, and truth. More than two thousand years ago, Euclid of Alexandria wrote The Elements, a work that shaped the course of mathematics, science, and philosophy for all time. His clear reasoning and geometric method taught the world that knowledge could be built from simple principles through the power of logic alone. This in-depth volume from The Practical Atlas traces Euclid’s life, his groundbreaking system of axioms ...

Unlock the power of automation with SCADA and PLCs, your essential guide to mastering industrial control systems. Whether you're an engineering student, technician, or automation professional, this book offers a clear, hands-on understanding of the technologies that power modern industry.What You’ll Learn: The fundamentals of industrial automation and control logic How PLCs are programmed using Ladder Logic, Function Blocks, and more Architecture and design of SCADA systems, HMIs, and data acquisition Communication protocols such as Modbus, Profinet, OPC UA, and MQTT Real-world examples ...

The Harmony of Thought: Understanding the Profound Philosophy of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz invites readers into the mind of one of history’s most extraordinary thinkers—a philosopher, mathematician, and visionary who sought to reveal the rational harmony at the heart of existence. Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz was a true universal genius whose ideas shaped modern science, mathematics, and philosophy. In this richly detailed and accessible exploration, The Practical Atlas traces the life and legacy of a thinker who believed that reason and faith, logic and love, could coexist within a single...

Logic is often perceived as having little to do with the rest of philosophy, and even less to do with real life. In this lively and accessible introduction, Graham Priest shows how wrong this conception is. He explores the philosophical roots of the subject, explaining how modern formal logic deals with issues ranging from the existence of God and the reality of time to paradoxes of probability and decision theory. Along the way, the basics of formal logic are explained in simple, non-technical terms, showing that logic is a powerful and exciting part of modern philosophy.

"Engaging, thought-provoking, and surprisingly...fun!" - Dr. Fred Jones, professor, Supreme Court attorney, author and speaker Recent surveys of over 1,000 recruiters rank creative and strategic thinking at the top of their lists for both what they're looking for in candidates, and what they're having a hard time finding. This book, in a remarkably accessible, practical and entertaining way, equips readers to meet these needs, as well as to: •Think more clearly •Innovate more creatively •Manage life’s decisions with more confidence •Simplify complex and convoluted arguments •...

Have you ever wondered why we make the decisions we do? What drives the choices of individuals, shapes economies, and defines history? Praxeology for Beginners reveals the hidden logic behind human action, offering a powerful lens to understand the world and your role in it. Unlock the science of decision-making. This book simplifies the timeless principles of praxeology, making it accessible to everyone. Discover how purposeful behavior shapes markets, social structures, and personal lives—all rooted in the universal truth that humans act with intent. Explore the why behind the what. ...

Hematite: Grounded in Reality by JD Arden cuts through the noise of wishful thinking and illusion with surgical precision. This work distills the raw power of hematite’s metallic heft into a philosophy of unflinching clarity and pragmatic strength. Here, grounding isn’t passive—it’s a deliberate act of anchoring your mind in truth, stripping away fantasy to reveal the hard, undeniable core of reality beneath. This is a manifesto for those tired of chasing shadows and ready to wield logic as a weapon against self-deception and chaos. Arden’s prose slices through fluff to deliver ...