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Thinking from A to Z by Nigel Warburton
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Thinking from A to Z (edition 2000)

by Nigel Warburton

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What is 'humpty-dumptying'? Do 'arguments from analogy' ever stand up? How do I know when someone is using 'weasel words'? What's 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 Charity Lawyer's Answer Least Worst Option Poisoning the Well Sentimentality Sunk Cost Fallacy Weasel Words 'You would say that wouldn't 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.… (more)
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really my intro to philosophy when I was 18. complimented an amazing class with amazing discussions that at that time were over my head but well worthy and prevalent to who I would become. ( )
  TakeItOrLeaveIt | Feb 21, 2009 |
A very impressive guide to some philosophical ideas. The A-Z format is both a blessing and a curse: it keeps the whole thing simple, but it also confines some of the ideas when it would be nice if they were extended and discussed a little more. Good for apetite whetting, I think. ( )
  HazelD | Jan 5, 2009 |
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If you can't say it clearly, you don't understand it yourself.

John Searle
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In memory of Matthew (1958-93)
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This book is an introduction to critical thinking.
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What is 'humpty-dumptying'? Do 'arguments from analogy' ever stand up? How do I know when someone is using 'weasel words'? What's 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 Charity Lawyer's Answer Least Worst Option Poisoning the Well Sentimentality Sunk Cost Fallacy Weasel Words 'You would say that wouldn't 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.

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