Thinking from A to Z by Nigel Warburton (English) Paperback Book

Description: Thinking from A to Z by Nigel Warburton This brilliant book, now in its third edition, gives you the confidence to tell a good argument from a bad one. For everyone who wants to refine their powers of argument, Thinking from A to Z is an indispensable reference tool. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description What is humpty-dumptying? Do arguments from analogy ever stand up? How do I know when someone is using weasel words? Whats the difference between a red herring and a straw man?This superb book, now in its third edition, will help anyone who wants to argue well and think critically. Using witty and topical examples, this fully-updated edition includes many new entries and updates the whole text. New entries include: Principle of CharityLawyers AnswerLeast Worst OptionPoisoning the WellSentimentalitySunk Cost FallacyWeasel WordsYou would say that wouldnt you.Thinking from A to Z may not help you win every argument, but it will definitely give you the power to tell a good one from a bad one. Notes Third, pocket-sized edition of the book which will help anyone who wants to argue and think critically. With 18 new entries, it includes terms such as Humpty-Dumptying and arguments from analogy. Back Cover What is Humpty-Dumptying? Do arguments from analogy ever stand up? How do I know when someone is using Weasel words? What is a Politicians answer? Whats the difference between a Red Herring and a Straw Man?This superb book, now in its third edition, will help anyone who wants to argue well and think critically. Using witty and topical examples, this fully-updated new edition has many new entries including: Charity, principle of Lawyers Answer Least Worst Option Stonewalling Sunk-Cost Fallacy Tautology Truism Weasel Words You Would Say That Wouldnt You Thinking From A to Z may not help you win every argument, but it will definitely give you the power to tell a good one from a bad one. Author Biography Nigel Warburton is Senior Lecturer at The Open University and a bestselling author. His other books include Philosophy: The Basics, fourth edition, Philosophy: The Classics, third edition, Philosophy: The Essential Study Guide, The Art Question and Freedom, all published by Routledge. Table of Contents Acknowledgements, Introduction, Thinking from A to Z Review Warburton is always a very clear writer and has the knack of finding the right register to talk to the non-professional without over-simplifying or patronising. – Philosophers Magazine Review Quote A superb guide: clear, comprehensive, and enjoyable to read. - Steven Pinker Warburton is always a very clear writer and has the knack of finding the right register to talk to the non-professional without over-simplifying or patronising. - The Philosophers Magazine Details ISBN0415433711 Author Nigel Warburton Short Title THINKING FROM A TO Z 3/E Language English Edition 3rd ISBN-10 0415433711 ISBN-13 9780415433716 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2007 Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Replaces 9780415222815 DEWEY 153.42 Residence ENK Birth 1962 Affiliation The Open University, UK Open University, UK Open University, UK DOI 10.1604/9780415433716 UK Release Date 2007-06-27 AU Release Date 2007-06-27 NZ Release Date 2007-06-27 Pages 176 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Edition Description 3rd edition Publication Date 2007-06-27 Alternative 9781138436688 Audience Undergraduate We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:14714442;

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