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Interpreting Straw Man Argumentation

The Pragmatics of Quotation and Reporting

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Exploring the concept of straw man argumentation, this book connects linguistic pragmatics, philosophy of language, and rhetoric through a detailed analysis of how individuals distort others' words in debates. It provides 63 examples from various contexts, including politics and legal cases, to illustrate the tactics of misquoting and misreporting. By applying tools from argumentation theory, the author offers insights into assessing the accuracy of statements and defending against distortions, making it a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners in communication and rhetoric.

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Interpreting Straw Man Argumentation, Fabrizio Macagno, Douglas N. Walton

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Ondertitel
The Pragmatics of Quotation and Reporting
Taal
Engels
Uitgever
Springer
Jaar van publicatie
2018
Formaat
Paperback
Aantal pagina's
224
ISBN13
9783319873374
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Exploring the concept of straw man argumentation, this book connects linguistic pragmatics, philosophy of language, and rhetoric through a detailed analysis of how individuals distort others' words in debates. It provides 63 examples from various contexts, including politics and legal cases, to illustrate the tactics of misquoting and misreporting. By applying tools from argumentation theory, the author offers insights into assessing the accuracy of statements and defending against distortions, making it a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners in communication and rhetoric.