Description
Book SynopsisThis is a systematic and concise introduction to more than forty fallacies, from anthropomorphism and argumentum ad baculum, to reductionism and the slippery slope argument. With helpful definitions, relevant examples, and thought-provoking exercises, the author guides the reader through the realms of fallacious reasoning and deceptive rhetoric.
Trade ReviewInformal Logical Fallacies: A Brief Guide is full of helpful information. It will be incredibly useful to anyone interested in effective communication and argumentation. -- Arthur Mielke, Dominican University of California
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Introduction Chapter 3 Chapter One: Linguistic Fallacies Chapter 4 Chapter Two: Fallacies of Omission Chapter 5 Chapter Three: Fallacies of Intrusion Chapter 6 Chapter Four: Fallacies with Built-In Assumptions Chapter 7 Chapter Five: Casual Fallacies Chapter 8 Appendix I: FIve Argument Forms Chapter 9 Appendix II: Exercises Chapter 10 Appendix III: Characteristics of Critical Thinking Chapter 11 Glossary Chapter 12 Recommended Reading Chapter 13 Bibliography Chapter 14 Index Chapter 15 About the Author