Theory of Argument

Name: Theory of Argument
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ISBN: 9780521670258

ISBN-10: 052167025X

ISBN-13: 9780521670258

Edition: 2006

Authors: Mark Vorobej

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A Theory of Argument is an advanced textbook intended for students in philosophy, communications studies and linguistics who have completed at least one course in argumentation theory, information logic, critical thinking or formal logic. Containing nearly 400 exercises, Mark Vorobej develops a novel approach to argument interpretation and evaluation. One of the key themes of the book is that we cannot succeed in distinguishing good argument from bad arguments until we learn to listen carefully to others. Part I develops a relativistic account of argument cogency that allows for rational disagreement. Part II offers a comprehensive and rigorous account of argument diagramming. Hybrid…

Book details

List price: $44.99
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication date: 3/6/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 336
Size: 6.06" wide x 9.06" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.990
Language: English




Macrostructure



Arguments



Cogency



Normality



Microstructure



Convergence



Linkage



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