Win Every Argument: The Art of Debating, Persuading, and Public Speaking Hardcover – February 28, 2023

Excellent book. I’ve already put it to practice and have seen the results. Words are like water and this book was like a hose that aims it like a firefighter. It’s time for our words to make a difference again.

I’ve been a fan of Mehdi Hasan since his Oxford speech on Islam. This memoir is entertaining, informative, and exhilarating. Well done, sir!

An eye-opener for me, the author clearly can debate and has put forth a very nicely flowing text with lots of examples. Some examples aren't left wing crusades, but for rest I would recommend staying focused on your objective of learning about the art of debate and that will let you avoid being repelled :)

British-American host of The Mehdi Hasan Show wrote this how-to book on being a master communicator. He provides all the tools and tactics one needs to speak with conviction when discussing hot topics. Hasan’s debating and public speaking life has become ammo for a captivating book. Its timing is perfect, charging to the rescue during our current cancel culture.It's important to have the ability to know when you’re wrong and admit it. To articulate during a disagreement without being shut down or shutting others down is equally valuable.Having free and open controversial debates helps us solve problems, uncover ideas, and change a volatile argument into understanding another’s point of view. This is desperately needed for society’s mental health.Hasan believes we do this by:1) Providing an environment that invites differing opinions.2) Having the insights and wherewithal to reach an audience's hearts, minds, and the core of their identity.3) Recognizing what your opponent can’t see and using it to your advantage.This newfound skill set builds confidence. I was surprised to learn challenging someone for being hypocritical and attacking their motive is warranted. Hasan states we can’t escape the human urge to argue. So, he asks, why not be excellent at it? After reading this, you can’t help but relish opportunities to exchange conflicting points of view…and win.

Like many others, I was frustrated with improving my soft skills in making arguments and public speaking. I've always enjoyed watching Mehdi Hasan's debates, from his time on Al-Jazeera to MSNBC, and even his independent videos on YouTube. Although I didn't always agree with him, I admired his ability to convey his message and make compelling arguments, even when his side was really in minority. What stood out to me was his civil attitute toward the opposing side and his refusal to engage in dirty tactics (even though he has a chapter about this in his book lol). All these qualities are present in his book.What I appreciated most about the book is that it doesn't just list bullet points to follow. Instead, much like his debates, it takes you on a journey, making you a student of his process and helping you learn step by step.This book is like a handbook. I read the first two chapters in one night, but a friend suggested I read it gradually to let the concepts sink in over time. I also got the audiobook, narrated by Mehdi Hassan himself, and I loved his storytelling style. In the beginning I didn't like the idea of making examples from his own experiences and I found them a bit show off, but later on, there were more famous examples and they really helped him making his point. Moreover, I guess it was not only show-offs, but trying to imply that he also trained himself and got the skills, which gives confidence to the reader.This book isn't just about winning debates. It can transform how you make arguments and connect with your audience, even if it's just one person, helping you effectively convey your message. I strongly suggest it!

a remarkable book by thi brilliant author and journalist

Not all that long ago, I watched Mehdi Hasan end a program as a pinch-hitting pundit subbing for one of the MSNBC regulars. As Hasan “handed over the mic” to the host of the next program, that host congratulated him on his new book “Win Every Argument.” With a bit of a wide, mischievous, but possibly arrogant smirk, Hasan assured his transitioning audience that, yes, after reading the book, one could indeed win every argument, just as he has been doing on his TV shows. Wow, what a challenge! Could he be right?I checked Hasan’s book out of my local library just to see how great his book would or wouldn’t be. Well, from the beginning to the end of the book, I placed paperclips on ideas worth underlining, if only it were my book. By the end of the book, I counted up using almost two hundred paperclips, a sign I’d better just buy the book and highlight/underline my own copy…which I did. He won me over! He won the argument!4WIW, I appreciate that from page 1 on, Hasan follows his own prescriptions, grabbing the reader’s attention and holding it throughout as he explains ethos (ETHics & character), logos (LOGic and reason), and pathos (symPATHy and emotion) along with offering numerous other strategies (often in the form of fascinating examples and compelling stories) for winning in verbal and written argument. This is a masterpiece from an acknowledged award-winning interviewing journalist, a winner of a book from a writer who loves to win arguments. I think you’ll love it as much as I did. Highly recommended!Of possible interest, a book on winning strategies used throughout history by 87 other master strategists Strategic Advantage: How to Win in War, Business, and Life