Anyone have an online set theory text?

In summary, the individual is looking for a publicly available and freely accessible introduction to axiomatic set theory, preferably with basic logic included. Although one recommendation was made, it was not in the public domain. Another individual suggests a link to a PDF that meets the criteria, but cannot guarantee its quality. The individual then asks for further suggestions and acknowledges that some have been checked but do not meet the requirements. The conversation ends with a recommendation for the Patrick Suppes book, Axiomatic Set Theory, which is a Dover publication and less than $15.
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I'm looking for a book that can stand as an introduction to axiomatic set theory (if it contains basic logic even better).

Only thing I need it to be in the public domain and freely available online, anyone know of anything?

Thanks in advance!
 
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Thanks for that suggestion, but unfortunately it appears that book is not in the public domain. ): That looks like a great book though (I may get the hard copy at some point).

Anyone else have a link for a intro. to axiomatic set theory which is in the public domain?
 
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There's this: http://www.math.uchicago.edu/~mileti/teaching/math278/settheory.pdf , found through Google. I haven't used it though, so can't comment on whether it's good or not.
 
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That one looks great, it appears to cover the everything I need, thanks for that!
 
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Try search the "tutorial" subforum.
 
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I have done so, but I do not see any that fit my requirements (am I missing some?).
 
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The Mileti looks good, but awfully dense as an introduction. You may want to consider the Patrick Suppes book, Axiomatic Set Theory, which is a Dover publication and which is less than $15.
 

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1. What is set theory?

Set theory is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of sets, which are collections of objects. It is used to understand and analyze the properties and relationships between different sets.

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