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Argumentation - Analysis and Evaluation (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
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Argumentation - Analysis and Evaluation (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
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This book concentrates on argumentation as it emerges in ordinary
discourse, whether the discourse is institutionalized or strictly
informal. Crucial concepts from the theory of argumentation are
systematically discussed and explained with the help of examples
from real-life discourse and texts. The basic principles are
explained that are instrumental in the analysis and evaluation of
argumentative discourse. Methodical instruments are offered for
identifying differences of opinion, analyzing and evaluating
argumentation and presenting arguments in oral and written
discourse. Attention is also paid to the way in which arguers
attempt to be not just reasonable, but effective as well, by
maneuvering strategically. In addition, the book provides a great
variety of exercises and assignments to improve the student's skill
in presenting argumentation. The authors begin their treatment of
argumentation theory at the same juncture where argumentation also
starts in practice: The difference of opinion that occasions the
evolvement of the argumentation. Each chapter begins with a short
summary of the essentials and ends with a number of exercises that
students can use to master the material. Argumentation is the first
introductory textbook of this kind. It is intended as a general
introduction for students who are interested in a proper conduct of
argumentative discourse. Suggestions for further reading are made
for each topic and several extra assignments are added to the
exercises. Special features: * A concise and complete treatment of
both the theoretical backgrounds and the practice of argumentation
analysis and evaluation. * Crucial concepts from pragmatics (speech
act theory, Grice's cooperative principle) presented in a
non-technical way; introducing the theory of verbal communication.
* The first textbook treatment of strategic maneuvering as a way of
balancing being reasonable with being effective * Exercises and
assignments based on real-life texts from a variety of contexts.
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