Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around finding an online text for an introduction to axiomatic set theory, with a specific emphasis on resources that are in the public domain and freely available. Participants share suggestions and evaluate the suitability of various texts.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Debate/contested, Homework-related
Main Points Raised
- One participant expresses a need for a public domain introduction to axiomatic set theory, ideally including basic logic.
- Another participant suggests a specific book but later acknowledges that it is not in the public domain.
- A different participant provides a link to a PDF resource found online but notes they have not used it, leaving its quality unassessed.
- One participant finds the suggested PDF resource suitable for their needs.
- Another participant recommends searching a specific subforum for additional resources.
- A participant mentions having searched the subforum but not finding suitable options.
- Concerns are raised about the density of the Mileti resource as an introductory text, with a suggestion for an alternative book by Patrick Suppes that is less expensive but not confirmed to be in the public domain.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on a specific resource that meets all criteria, indicating multiple competing views and suggestions remain unresolved.
Contextual Notes
There are limitations regarding the public domain status of suggested texts, as well as varying opinions on the appropriateness of the resources for introductory learning.