Advocacy and Opposition: An Introduction to Argumentation Contributor(s): Rybacki, Karyn (Author), Rybacki, Donald (Author) |
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ISBN: 0205781187 ISBN-13: 9780205781188 Publisher: Pearson OUR PRICE: $164.65 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Speech & Pronunciation - Performing Arts | Theater - General |
Dewey: 808.53 |
LCCN: 2010052058 |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.85 lbs) 288 pages |
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Publisher Description: Advocacy and Opposition: An Introduction to Argumentation presents a comprehensive and practical approach to argumentation and critical thinking for the beginner who needs to construct and present arguments on questions of fact, value, and policy. Advocacy and Opposition offers a theoretical view of the nature of argument in our society, a discussion of arguing as a form of communication, and a focus on how arguments are created using the Toulmin model of argument. By blending traditional and contemporary views on the nature of argument (including multicultural perspectives on the purpose and process of argument, ethics, and values), Advocacy and Opposition makes students more aware of both the development of theory and practice, providing a well-rounded approach to their study of argumentation. |