15 Logical Fallacies You Need to Know in 7 Minutes Each
By Nietsnie TreblaMaster Argumentation and Enhance Critical Thinking with Quick Insights on Flawed ReasoningAbout this book
Summary
In an age overflowing with information, the ability to discern logical reasoning from fallacious arguments has never been more crucial. '15 Logical Fallacies You Need to Know in 7 Minutes Each' serves as your essential guide to understanding the most common logical missteps we encounter in everyday discourse. Whether in debates, social media discussions, or even casual conversations, these fallacies can undermine sound reasoning and lead to misguided conclusions. This book breaks down each fallacy into digestible, seven-minute sections, providing you with the tools to identify, understand, and combat these errors in reasoning. From the classic Ad Hominem to the often-overlooked No True Scotsman, each chapter provides a clear definition, relatable examples, and practical strategies for avoiding these traps.Book information
Genre
Philosophy
Length
2 hrs 8 mins
Publish date
Apr 21, 2024
Language
English
About the Author
Nietsnie Trebla
Table of Contents
1Introduction
11Red Herring: Introducing Irrelevant Information to Distract from the Main Issue
2Foreword
12Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc: Confusing Correlation with Causation
3Introduction
13Appeal to Emotion: Manipulating an Emotional Response in Place of a Valid Argument
4Ad Hominem: Attacking the Person Instead of the Argument
14Bandwagon: Arguing That Something is True Because It is Popular
5Straw Man: Misrepresenting an Argument to Make it Easier to Attack
15Middle Ground: Assuming the Middle Position is Always the Truth
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