Gadzhyev V. The game-theoretical approach: applied aspect

The thesis focuses on the applied features of game-theoretical semantics and pragmatics. The author begins with the point about fundamental similarity of methodological basis in game theory and logic. In this regard it is justified their consideration, first, as the versions of the general theory of rationality, and, second, as the realms of the general theory of reasoning. It is identified the key ideas which are a background of the game theoretical approach in modern logic. The author highlights among them Aristotle's treatment of dialectical syllogism and medieval ideas about dispute as a discussion with the obligations, Wittgenstein's view on language games, Ch.-S. Pierce's diagrammatical logic, Lorenzen-Lorenz dialogic logic and Erenfoyht-Fraisse games on models.