A Theory of Argument
Mark Vorobej develops a novel approach to argument interpretation and evaluation that synthesizes subjective concerns about the personal points of view of individual arguers, with objective concerns about the structural properties of arguments. One of the key themes of the book is that we cannot succeed in distinguishing good arguments from bad arguments until we learn to listen carefully to others. Part I develops a relativistic account of argument cogency that allows for rational disagreement. Part II offers a comprehensive and rigorous account of argument diagramming.
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A Theory of Argument
Mark Vorobej develops a novel approach to argument interpretation and evaluation that synthesizes subjective concerns about the personal points of view of individual arguers, with objective concerns about the structural properties of arguments. One of the key themes of the book is that we cannot succeed in distinguishing good arguments from bad arguments until we learn to listen carefully to others. Part I develops a relativistic account of argument cogency that allows for rational disagreement. Part II offers a comprehensive and rigorous account of argument diagramming.
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A Theory of Argument

A Theory of Argument

by Mark Vorobej
A Theory of Argument

A Theory of Argument

by Mark Vorobej

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Overview

Mark Vorobej develops a novel approach to argument interpretation and evaluation that synthesizes subjective concerns about the personal points of view of individual arguers, with objective concerns about the structural properties of arguments. One of the key themes of the book is that we cannot succeed in distinguishing good arguments from bad arguments until we learn to listen carefully to others. Part I develops a relativistic account of argument cogency that allows for rational disagreement. Part II offers a comprehensive and rigorous account of argument diagramming.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780521670258
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication date: 03/06/2006
Edition description: New Edition
Pages: 336
Product dimensions: 6.06(w) x 9.06(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

Mark Vorobej is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Director, Centre for Peace Studies, at McMaster University in Canada.

Table of Contents

Part I. Macrostructure: 1. Arguments; 2. Cogency; 3. Normality; Part II. Microstructure: 4. Convergence; 5. Linkage; 6. Supplementation.
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