Abstract: Connexive logics form a heterodox family of systems characterized by contra-classical principles of conditionality and negation including so-called Aristotle’s and Boethius’ theses. In this talk, I survey the origins of connexive logic, focusing on figures including Aristotle, Chrysippus, and Boethius, as well as some more recent approaches, and examine relations between them. I will argue against certain “deflationary” readings of early connexivists, but also highlight respects in which early connexivists have sometimes been misunderstood by their modern counterparts.Â
