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"Current Issues and Enduring Questions: A Guide to Critical Thinking and Argument, with Readings" (13th edition) is a textbook designed to teach students how to think critically, argue effectively, and engage with both contemporary and timeless topics. Written by Sylvan Barnet and Hugo Bedau, this book is widely used in college-level writing, rhetoric, and argumentation courses. The 13th edition maintains the structure of previous versions, offering a blend of theoretical frameworks and practical examples. It covers the fundamentals of logic, argumentation, and research, guiding students through the process of analyzing texts, constructing arguments, and developing their own perspectives on a range of issues. The book includes a broad selection of readings, ranging from classic philosophical essays to modern op-eds and speeches. These readings are organized around "enduring questions," such as morality, justice, freedom, and the role of government, as well as "current issues" like climate change, privacy, and artificial intelligence. The goal of the book is not just to provide information, but to encourage students to engage with and debate these topics, developing their own reasoned opinions. The 13th edition also includes updated examples, readings, and exercises that reflect the changing political, social, and technological landscape. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive guide for students to enhance their critical thinking, writing, and argumentative skills, while also exposing them to diverse viewpoints on important contemporary and enduring debates.