Douglas Walton
Argumentation Schemes for Presumptive Reasoning
- ISBN 13:
- 9780805820720
- author:
- Douglas Walton
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis, Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 5.90 (w) x 8.90 (h) x 0.50 (d)
- Genre:
- Logic, Scientific Research, Philosophical Methodology, Logic & Foundations of Mathematics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Argumentation Schemes for Presumptive Reasoning by Douglas N. Walton provides a systematic approach to evaluating common types of argumentation in everyday discourse. The book identifies 25 argumentation schemes and matches critical questions to each, enabling readers to identify and evaluate arguments in context. This analysis is designed to help users assess the validity of presumptive arguments, which are often used in informal settings but can be difficult to evaluate using traditional deductive or inductive reasoning methods. By applying these argumentation schemes and critical questions, readers can gain a deeper understanding of how arguments work and make more informed judgments about their validity. The book's focus on argumentation schemes offers a practical tool for evaluating common arguments in everyday reasoning, making it a valuable resource for those interested in communication studies, language arts, or logic.
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