Tools and Tips for Analyzing Texts
Understanding argumentative texts (texts that include arguments and a lot more) can be challenging, even for smart, intelligent, and diligent people. My book presents concrete, specific, and readily usable tools that will allow you to analyze and improve your understanding of all sorts of argumentative texts.
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Sometimes More Is Too Much
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The Thanksgiving Dinner Strategy
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