The Art of Being Right (annotated): The perfect guide to spotting bullshit, avoiding cheap tricks and winning arguments Audiobook (Free)
Summary:
A classic guideline to tips and strategies for being successful arguments, with commentary in the use of and defence against each technique.
The best summary of the book is ‘being right doesn’t mean you’re gonna win, which is why’. It’s the supreme help to spotting the countless different varieties of bullshit people draw in order to make an impression on the crowd, instead of argue the idea accessible. There’s hardly any of these that don’t immediately bring good examples to brain, and having it organized clearly like this may be the about The Art of Being Right (annotated): The perfect guide to spotting bullshit, staying away from cheap techniques and winning arguments perfect armour to stop people derailing you.
In real life, people don’t win arguments based on what’s correct. They win because they make an impression on the crowd, or change the topic, or bully their rival, or 35 other causes. This guide will walk you through the various strategies that folks use, with records on usage and defence for each point.
Arthur didn’t intend this work as a guide for winning fights. Much like Machiavelli’s The Prince, this is a satire – a guide on what things to look out for in others and yourself, not a toolkit. If you can’t win your argument on fair grounds, you will need to reconsider your position; but it doesn’t mean you should allow people steal the day by underhand means. This book will educate you on how to place and spike them before they get a head of steam.
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