A Rulebook for Arguments

Name: A Rulebook for Arguments
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SKU: 9781624666544
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By Anthony Weston

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A Rulebook for Arguments by Anthony Weston is a concise guide that focuses on the art of constructing and understanding logical arguments. It details various forms of reasoning, illustrating clear examples while emphasising the importance of clarity and precision. This educational reference serves as a practical tool for anyone looking to enhance their argumentative skills across different contexts.
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You might enjoy this book if you're keen on honing your skills in crafting clear and effective arguments. It offers straightforward guidance on constructing persuasive reasoning, making it ideal for students, teachers, or anyone interested in improving their critical thinking abilities.

A Rulebook for Arguments

From academic writing to personal and public discourse, the need for good arguments and better ways of arguing is greater than ever before.

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From academic writing to personal and public discourse, the need for good arguments and better ways of arguing is greater than ever before.

This timely fifth edition of A Rulebook for Arguments sharpens an already-classic text, adding updated examples and a new chapter on public debates that provides rules for the etiquette and ethics of sound public dialogue as well as clear and sound thinking in general.

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"This is the ultimate 'how-to' book for anyone who wants to use reasons and evidence in support of conclusions, to be clear instead of confusing, persuasive instead of dogmatic, and better at evaluating the arguments of others."

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A Rulebook for Arguments by Anthony Weston receives praise for being a practical guide for constructing and evaluating arguments. The work is celebrated for its clarity and effectiveness, serving as a valuable tool for anyone interested in developing critical thinking skills.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781624666544

Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 February 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Edition: Fifth Edition, 5

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 147g

Pages: 120

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Anthony Weston Education & Reference Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism

About the Author

Anthony Westonis Professor of Philosophy in the Department of Philosophy at Elon University.

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