Understanding arguments : an introduction to informal logic /
Teaching you how to construct sound and effective arguments, this lively introductory text uses extensive real-life examples to guide you through the use of both formal and informal logic in academia ( and beyond), with: A streamlined and reorganized presentation that focuses on what you really need...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Australia ; Belmont, CA :
Wadsworth, Cengage Learning,
[2010]
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| Edition: | 8th ed. |
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| Summary: | Teaching you how to construct sound and effective arguments, this lively introductory text uses extensive real-life examples to guide you through the use of both formal and informal logic in academia ( and beyond), with: A streamlined and reorganized presentation that focuses on what you really need to know about each topic; New information about a wider range of logical fallacies -- New readings and references on diverse topics such as intelligent design and the humor of Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert; Chapter features--including exercises and discussion questions--that allow you to self-test your analytical skills as you progress through the text; and detailed information about the legal, moral, scientific, religious, and philosophical applications of various arguments. |
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| Physical Description: | xvi, 560 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 543-544) and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780495603955 (pbk.) 0495603953 (pbk.) 9780495603962 (IE : pbk.) 0495603961 (IE : pbk.) |