Author : Douglas N. Walton
Publisher : SUNY Press
ISBN 13 : 9780791411575
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (115 download)
Book Synopsis Plausible Argument in Everyday Conversation by : Douglas N. Walton
Download or read book Plausible Argument in Everyday Conversation written by Douglas N. Walton and published by SUNY Press. This book was released on 1992-01-01 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a practical and accessible way of evaluating good and bad arguments used in everyday conversations by applying normative models of dialectical (interactive) argumentation, where two parties reason together in an orderly and cooperative way. Using case studies, the author analyzes correct and incorrect uses of argumentation on controversial issues that engage the reader's interest while illustrating points in a practical way. Walton gives clear explanations of the most common errors and tricky deceptions -- traditionally called "fallacies" -- that can trip up an unwary arguer.