Full Idea
By now, no education in abstract pursuits is adequate without some familiarity with sets.
Gist of Idea
To study abstract problems, some knowledge of set theory is essential
Source
William D. Hart (The Evolution of Logic [2010], 10)
Book Reference
Hart,W.D.: 'The Evolution of Logic' [CUP 2010], p.268
A Reaction
A heart-sinking observation for those who aspire to study metaphysics and modality. The question is, what will count as 'some' familiarity? Are only professional logicians now allowed to be proper philosophers?