How to Win an Argument - Softcover

Gilbert, Michael A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471123498 ISBN 13: 9780471123491

Verlag: John Wiley & Sons Inc, 1996

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Proven techniques for getting your point across and winning arguments

If you've ever felt the frustration of losing an argument—even when you knew you were right—to someone more skilled in pressing their point (and your hot buttons), this book is for you. This practical, often amusing guide gives you the tools you need to make your point clearly in any disagreement, from a formal debate to a roaring shouting match. You'll find:

• Strategies for identifying—and avoiding—the common traps your opponents may set for you
• Sample arguments spotlighting current issues with notes that analyze both weak and strong techniques
• Interactive quizzes that help reinforce your new skills and build confidence—"Insightful, instructive, and enjoyable to read."—Publishers Weekly

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MICHAEL A. GILBERT, Ph.D., is Professor of Philosophy at York University in Ontario. He frequently lectures and gives seminars on the art of arguing, and is the author of several novels.

MICHAEL A. GILBERT, Ph.D., is Professor of Philosophy at York University in Ontario. He frequently lectures and gives seminars on the art of arguing, and is the author of several novels.

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Proven techniques for getting your point across and winning arguments

If you've ever felt the frustration of losing an argument--even when you knew you were right--to someone more skilled in pressing their point (and your hot buttons), this book is for you. This practical, often amusing guide gives you the tools you need to make your point clearly in any disagreement, from a formal debate to a roaring shouting match. You'll find: Strategies for identifying--and avoiding--the common traps your opponents may set for you Sample arguments spotlighting current issues with notes that analyze both weak and strong techniques Interactive quizzes that help reinforce your new skills and build confidence--""Insightful, instructive, and enjoyable to read.""--Publishers Weekly

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: John Wiley & Sons Inc
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1996
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0471123498
• ISBN 13: 9780471123491
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Auflage: 2
• Anzahl der Seiten: 194
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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