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An impressive resource. Well over one hundred controversies are covered in the book. The contributors have produced a powerful testament to the scope of public debate. An essential reference.
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Pros and Cons: A Debaters Handbook offers a unique and invaluable guide to current controversies, providing material for debate on a wide range of topics.
Arguments for and against each subject appear in adjacent columns for easy comparison, and related topics and suggestions for possible motions are listed at the end of each entry. Since its publication in 1896 the handbook has been regularly updated and this eighteenth edition includes new issues such as censorship of the internet, genetic engineering and the legalisation of prostitution.
The introductory essay describes debating technique, covering the rules, structure and type of debate, and offering tips on how to become a successful speaker. The book is then divided into eight thematic sections, where specific subjects are covered individually.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
An excellent book, although I do feel distinctions should be made for some of the topics e.g. nationalism - which is very different in different parts of the UK. Moreover, I think this book would be greatly improved by having a small bank of highlighted stats to support every theme - a lack of stats being the thing most likely to hinder an experienced debater who already knows most of the arguments. Certainly, however, it remains indispensable for reference in short notice debating and is well worth owning.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
I found this book to be an excellent example of constructive aid without instruction. Each topic is laid out clearly and the major arguments are discussed with clarity and thoughtfulness. As a basic source for argument material it is second to none; the clash of arguments is clearly and intelligently laid out and the essence of an issue is easily understood after one reading. I would recommend this text particularly to coaches and novice debaters; it gives excellent insights into the issues of the day and is eminently useable at both schools and university level.
Alex Deane, Cambridge Union Society
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
It is only once a decade that a debaters' handbook of such quality hits the market. Covering debate topics ranging from old favourites to the latest and most controversial issues, this is a book that no public speaker or debater can go without --- especially when his or her opponents will have already bought it!
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Very Basic
From an experienced debater's point of view, the arguments presented are very basic. It is not a go-to solution if you want in-depth analysis of a concept, but it's definitely good... Read more
Published 12 months ago by deM_
its only good for beginners
The book contains a wide range of some interesting debate topics and can be used as an introduction to them. Read more
Published 18 months ago by theparanormaldebater
Go on get this
This is a superb book. It takes a list of classical debates and then gives key arguments for both sides. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Alex Ireland
Astonishing
I would simply like to echo the review from seven years ago about calendar reform. Astonishing.
Published on 2 Sep 2006 by Inept reviewer
Outstanding!
I've seen some of the earlier editions of this handbook, and I have to say that this latest version stands head and shoulders above the rest. Read more
Published on 1 Dec 1999
a great handbook for debaters of all ages!
I believe that this is one of, if not, THE best reference material for all debaters. It covers a wide range of issues and topics and I'm positive that it will be extremely helpful... Read more
Published on 5 Aug 1999
Everybody should have one!
Thought-provoking and informatve; well-written and entertaining; sure to stimulate free speech and intellectual endeavour wherever it is read. Read more
Published on 21 April 1999
Really really useful
I wish I'd seen this when I debated at school/university - it covers all the cliche topics and several dozen I'd never come across.
Published on 19 April 1999
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