Pros and Cons: A Debaters Handbook


Pros and Cons: A Debaters Handbook

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Pros and Cons: A Debaters Handbook provides a comprehensive guide to both sides of over 140 current controversies and global issues. Updated regularly since its initial publication in 1896, the nineteenth edition introduces new topics like nuclear weapons possession and indigenous language protection. With a dual column format for easy comparison, each entry includes related topics and suggestions for debate motions. The handbook also features an introductory essay on debating techniques and is divided into eight thematic sections for individual subject coverage.

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Pros and Cons: A Debaters Handbook is a must-have resource for anyone interested in engaging in informed debates on current controversies and global issues. The dual column format makes it easy to compare arguments for and against each topic, while the inclusion of related topics and suggestions for motions provides valuable context for further discussions. The updated nineteenth edition covers new topics such as nuclear weapons, industry bailouts, indigenous languages, and terrorism torture, ensuring that readers are up-to-date on the most pressing issues. The introductory essay on debating technique is especially helpful for those looking to improve their skills as speakers, providing a solid foundation for effective argumentation. With equal coverage given to both sides of each debate and a clear organizational structure, this handbook is ideal for debaters of all levels looking to expand their knowledge and sharpen their debating skills.