Argument Structure:: Representation and Theory: 18 (Argumentation Library, 18) - Softcover

Freeman, James B.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9400735537 ISBN 13: 9789400735538

Publisher: Springer, 2013

Synopsis

This monograph first presents a method of diagramming argument macrostructure, synthesizing the standard circle and arrow approach with the Toulmin model. A theoretical justification of this method through a dialectical understanding of argument, a critical examination of Toulmin on warrants, a thorough discussion of the linked-convergent distinction, and an account of the proper reconstruction of enthymemes follows.

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This monograph presents a method of diagramming argument macrostructure, synthesizing the standard circle and arrow approach with the Toulmin model. A theoretical justification of this method through a dialectical understanding of argument, a critical examination of Toulmin on warrants, and a thorough discussion of the linked-convergent distinction follows. Discussion includes consideration of alternative understandings of argument structure and its representation presented in Wigmore’s chart method, Pollock’s inference graphs, and the pragma-dialectical approach to argumentation. An account of the proper reconstruction of enthymemes and issues at the border of structural analysis versus evaluation of arguments conclude the book.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9400735537
• ISBN 13: 9789400735538
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 232