This classic text, first published in 1971, has introduced tens of thousands of students to sound reasoning using a wealth of current, relevant, and stimulating examples all put together and explained in Howard Kahane's uniquely witty and invigorating writing style. Long the choice of instructors who want to "keep students interested", LOGIC AND CONTEMPORARY RHETORIC combines examples from TV, newspapers, magazines, advertisements, and, in typical Kahanian fashion, our nation¹s political dialogue. The text not only brings the concepts alive for students, but puts critical thinking skills into a context that students will retain and use throughout their lives. This is a book you can actually count on students to read.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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This review is from: Logic and Contemporary Rhetoric: The Use of Reason in Everyday Life (Paperback)
This is an excellent book, with no axe to grind--other than promoting clear thinking. It covers a lot of ground, is accessible, yet not superficial. I have used it in class for years in its various editions, and the examples, discussion, and even cartoons are always of the best quality. Students love this book, and for good reason.
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Great, except,
This review is from: Logic and Contemporary Rhetoric: The Use of Reason in Everyday Life (Paperback)
Having used this text for a number of years, I believe it effectively introduces students to critical thought and its application in a variety of arenas. It often does so in a humorous or otherwise entertaining manner, e.g., cartoons, spoofs, etc. Unfortunately, the one major drawback is the thinly veiled political bias, revealed through the extensive use of examples directed toward criticism of right-wing pundits, politicians, etc. A truly critical thinker will recognize that, contrary to the view expressed in one of the alternate reviews of this book, the authors clearly have an axe to grind (whether they do it consciously or unconsciously). Critical thinking should be as politically objective as possible. The purpose is to equip students with the cognitive skills to become informed and responsible citizens, employers/employees, and family members, equally able able to crique Bill Maher and Rush Limbaugh. Texts and courses that incorporate subtle political indoctrination arm the Right with justification for their claim that higher education disseminates liberal idealogy. Higher education should be as objective as possible, despite that fact that the overwhelming majority of academics identify with the Left. I am also critical of the lack of answers to exercises in the Instructor's Manual for some of the chapters, e.g. 6 and 7.
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This review is from: Logic and Contemporary Rhetoric: The Use of Reason in Everyday Life (Paperback)
I needed this book for my Critical Thinking class. I wasn't very fond of my professor but this book has made all the difference. It is extremely easy read, it's fun, entertaining, very informative, and very contemporary. It deals with the major issues of the modern era. I would recommend it to anybody because it helps extend readers thinking and perception of the world. I simply loved it. Keep in mind that the first few chapters are a little bit technical so it may seem boring at first. But don't let this scare you.
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