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Why We Argue (And How We Should): A Guide to Political Disagreement in an Age of Unreason presents an accessible and engaging introduction to the theory of argument, with special emphasis on the way argument works in public political debate. The authors develop a view according to which proper argument is necessary for ones individual cognitive health; this insight is then expanded to the collective health of ones society. Proper argumentation, then, is seen to play a central role in a wellfunctioning democracy.Written in a lively style and filled with examples drawn from the real world of contemporary politics, and questions following each chapter to encourage discussion, Why We Argue (And How We Should) reads like a guide for the participation in, and maintenance of, modern democracy. An excellent student resource for courses in critical thinking, political philosophy, and related fields, Why We Argue (And How We Should) is an important contribution to reasoned debate.Whats New in the Second Edition:Updated examples throughout the book, including examples from the 2016 U.S. election and first years of the Trump presidency;Expanded coverage of dialectical fallacies, including coverage of new types of fallacies and of sites where such fallacies thrive (e.g., cable news, social media);Revised For Further Thought questions and definitions of Key Terms, included at the end of each chapter;The addition of five new chapters:Deep DisagreementArgument by AnalogyArgument between the AdsThe Owl of Minerva (or weaponizing metalanguage)Argumentative Responsibility and Repair.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Why We Argue (And How We Should'? A: The book provides an introduction to the theory of argument, particularly in the context of public political debate, emphasizing the importance of proper argumentation for individual and societal cognitive health.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Why We Argue (And How We Should)' is Scott Aikin.
- Q: What can I expect from the second edition of this book? A: The second edition features updated examples, expanded coverage of dialectical fallacies, revised questions and definitions, and the addition of five new chapters that cover various aspects of argumentation.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, this book is an excellent resource for students studying critical thinking, political philosophy, and related fields.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book has a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Why We Argue (And How We Should)'? A: The book contains 218 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on August 28, 2018.
- Q: Does the book include discussion questions? A: Yes, each chapter concludes with questions designed to encourage discussion and deeper engagement with the material.
- Q: What topics are covered in the new chapters of the second edition? A: The new chapters cover Deep Disagreement, Argument by Analogy, Argument between the Ads, The Owl of Minerva (or weaponizing metalanguage), and Argumentative Responsibility and Repair.
- Q: What is the intended audience for this book? A: The book is intended for readers interested in understanding political disagreement and argumentation, making it relevant for both students and general readers interested in democracy and critical thinking.