Arta argumentarii

Bo Seo shows how debate helps us listen and state our views. He draws on his life to teach speech and persuasion. The book blends his life story with a guide. It aims to help readers talk with friends, family, and those at work.

Seo moved from Korea to Australia with his family at eight. He spoke no English and struggled at school. In fifth grade, he began to compete in debate. Though shy and unsure of himself, he took to it. Debate helped him speak up and form social ties. It also helped him do well at school. He went on to win two world debate titles. He also coached Harvard’s debate team.

The book traces his path and tells the history of debate. It explains the rules and ways to debate. Seo shows how to gather facts and seek truth. He covers clear thought, shaping ideas, and ways to persuade. He links these skills to work and a happy life. He shows how presidents and Supreme Court judges use debate. He also looks at its role in business leaders’ lives.

Seo gives readers a close look at debate contests. He explores Malcolm X’s radical politics and artificial intelligence. He argues that honest debate can aid daily life, not cause strife. He sees it as key to democracy, too. This holds true amid unfair acts and threats to democratic life. This edition forms part of the Introspectiv series.