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Win every argument : the art of debating, persuading, and public speaking / Mehdi Hasan.

Hasan, Mehdi, 1979- (author.).

Summary:

"MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan isn't one to avoid arguments. He relishes them, as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understanding. A good argument, made in good faith, has intrinsic value-and can also simply be fun. Arguments are everywhere-and especially given the fierce debates we're all embroiled in today, everyone wants to win. In this riveting guide to the art of argument and rhetoric, Hasan shows you how. As a journalist, anchor, and interviewer who has clashed with politicians, generals, spy chiefs, and celebrities from across the world, Hasan reveals his tricks of the trade for the first time. Win Every Argument shows how anyone can communicate with confidence, rise above the tit for tats on social media, and triumph in a successful and productive debate in the real world. Whether you are making a presentation at work or debating current political issues with a friend, Mehdi Hasan will teach you how to sharpen your speaking skills to make the winning case."-- Provided by publisher

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781250853479
  • ISBN: 1250853478
  • ISBN: 9781250853462
  • Physical Description: xvi, 317 pages ; 22 cm
  • Edition: First edition
  • Publisher: New York : Henry Holt and Company, 2023.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 267-300) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction: The art of the argument -- Part One: The Fundamentals. Winning over an audience ; Feelings, not (just) facts ; Show your receipts ; Play the ball...and the man ; Listen, don't (just) speak ; Make them laugh -- Part Two: Tricks of the trade. The rule of three ; Judo moves ; The art of the Zinger ; Setting booby traps ; Beware of the Gish Galloper -- Part Three: Behind the scenes. Confidence is everything ; Keep calm and carry on ; Practice makes perfect ; Do your homework -- Part Four: In Conclusion. The grand finale.
Subject:
Persuasion (Rhetoric)
Reasoning.
Debates and debating.
Public speaking.
Genre:
Self-help publications.

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  • 30 of 34 copies available at NC Cardinal.
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Summary: "MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan isn't one to avoid arguments. He relishes them, as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understanding. A good argument, made in good faith, has intrinsic value-and can also simply be fun. Arguments are everywhere-and especially given the fierce debates we're all embroiled in today, everyone wants to win. In this riveting guide to the art of argument and rhetoric, Hasan shows you how. As a journalist, anchor, and interviewer who has clashed with politicians, generals, spy chiefs, and celebrities from across the world, Hasan reveals his tricks of the trade for the first time. Win Every Argument shows how anyone can communicate with confidence, rise above the tit for tats on social media, and triumph in a successful and productive debate in the real world. Whether you are making a presentation at work or debating current political issues with a friend, Mehdi Hasan will teach you how to sharpen your speaking skills to make the winning case."--