A practical study of argument

by Trudy Govier

A PRACTICAL STUDY OF ARGUMENT provides the reader with a practical introduction to sound argumentation, informal logic, and crafting good arguments. Real world examples are included to illustrate how theory is brought to life in everyday practice. The book also comes with an exhaustive array of study aids that enable the reader to monitor and enhance the learning process.

Genres: Philosophy, Logic, Nonfiction, Reference, Textbooks

376 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1985

Reviews

[Robert · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was the textbook for Lud Schlecht's introductory logic class. A fabulous textbook to teach the basics. I hold onto it as a reference.

[Tristan Berrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book to understand how to create and evaluate arguments, with a lot of information on various fallacies and sophist methods of persuasion.

[Robin · Rating 2 out of 5]

Unorthodox and unsatisfying. Lays a lot of groundwork but never gets to the bit about how to "do" arguments.

[Champagne Drinking Teetotaler · Rating 2 out of 5]

I wish this book was not so popular among social scientists. all kinds of atrocities are being committed in the name of being a practical guide. Logic however should be serious subject of study.

[Basim Sahaf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good resource to expand your critical thinking skills to filter out the noise in daily life arguments.

[Molly · Rating 2 out of 5]

basically just thankful this means i’m nearly done with this hell hole of a unit. my lecturer also always dunks on govier and since i blindly trust her, ill agree that govier is kinda dumb.

[Emily · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ein Stern für Inhalt, einen für Humor.

[Abbey Young · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice basic explanation.

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Definitely one of the most readable university course textbooks I've encountered.