{"title":"Skyler King","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the intriguing world of Skyler King, a distinguished author renowned for his insightful contributions to the fields of Philosophy and Psychology. King's works offer readers an engaging journey into the depths of human thought and reasoning, combining scholarly research with accessible language to appeal to both avid philosophers and casual readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his most celebrated works is \u003cem\u003eCritical Thinking\u003c\/em\u003e, a masterful exploration of the cognitive processes that shape our daily decisions and beliefs. This book serves as an essential guide for anyone looking to refine their analytical skills and approach life's complex challenges with a clearer, more reasoned mindset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSkyler King's writings are perfect companions for those eager to delve into the nuances of human thinking and to better understand the underlying principles that drive our perceptions of the world. Each of his books is an invitation to broaden your intellectual horizons and to engage deeply with the philosophical questions that have intrigued thinkers for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a student of philosophy, a professional in psychology, or simply someone with a curiosity for critical thinking, Skyler King's works promise a rewarding reading experience that combines profound insights with practical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"critical-thinking-by-dr-jamie-carlin-watson-9781350232938","title":"Critical Thinking","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou shouldn’t drink too much. The Earth is round. Milk is good for your bones. Are any of these claims true? How can you tell? Can you ever be certain you are right?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone tackling philosophical logic for the first time, here is a practical guide to the skills required to think critically. From the basics of good reasoning to the difference between claims, evidence, and arguments, Jamie Carlin Watson, Robert Arp, and Skyler King cover the topics found in an introductory course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow revised and fully updated, this 3rd edition of \u003cem\u003eCritical Thinking\u003c\/em\u003e gives you the chance to develop critical thinking skills that can be used in and out of the classroom. Two new chapters on reasoning in the age of conspiracy theories and fake news demonstrate how to apply reason and avoid being dissuaded by the persuasive power of evidence-free emoting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures include a glossary, chapter goals, more student-friendly exercises, study questions, diagrams, and suggestions for further reading. Chapter topics, organised around real-life examples such as predicting the weather, a murder mystery, and the Ouija board, cover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ethe structure, formation, analysis, and recognition of arguments\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003edeductive validity and soundness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003einductive strength and cogency\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003einference to the best explanation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003etruth tables\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003etools for argument assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003einformal and formal fallacies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis entertaining and easy-to-follow introduction is a complete beginner’s tool set to good reasoning, analysing, and arguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46770153783532,"sku":"9781350232938","price":58.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20241663482668.jpg?v=1756435998"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/skyler-king.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}