--- product_id: 343861334 title: "The Fallacy Detective: Thirty-Eight Lessons on How to Recognize Bad Reasoning" price: "₨28848" currency: LKR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.lk/products/343861334-the-fallacy-detective-thirty-eight-lessons-on-how-to-recognize store_origin: LK region: Sri Lanka --- # Includes interactive Fallacy Detective Game 38 logical fallacies decoded Boosts critical thinking skills The Fallacy Detective: Thirty-Eight Lessons on How to Recognize Bad Reasoning **Price:** ₨28848 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈ Crack the code of bad reasoning before everyone else does! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Fallacy Detective: Thirty-Eight Lessons on How to Recognize Bad Reasoning - **How much does it cost?** ₨28848 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/343861334-the-fallacy-detective-thirty-eight-lessons-on-how-to-recognize) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Critical Thinking for Real Life:** Build skills that sharpen your decision-making in academics, work, and daily conversations. - β€’ **Engaging & Fun Learning Experience:** Cartoons, comics, and humorous examples make logic approachable and memorable. - β€’ **Master 38 Common Logical Fallacies:** Unlock the secrets behind everyday reasoning errors and never get fooled again. - β€’ **Interactive Exercises with Answer Key:** Practice and verify your understanding with hands-on activities and instant feedback. - β€’ **Perfect for Students & Lifelong Learners:** Designed for ages 12+, ideal for homeschoolers, professionals, and curious minds alike. ## Overview The Fallacy Detective is a best-selling, accessible guide that teaches readers to identify 38 common logical fallacies through engaging lessons, cartoons, and real-world examples. With over 15 years of success and nearly 2,000 five-star reviews, it’s a trusted resource for students, homeschoolers, and professionals seeking to enhance critical thinking and reasoning skills. ## Description The Fallacy Detective has been the best selling text for teaching logical fallacies and introduction to logic for over 15 years. "Can learning logic be fun? With The Fallacy Detective it appears that it can be. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who wants to improve his reasoning skills." --Tim Challies, curriculum reviewer "Cartoon and comic illustrations, humorous examples, and a very reader-friendly writing style make this the sort of course students will enjoy." --Cathy Duffy, homeschool curriculum reviewer "I really like The Fallacy Detective because it has funny cartoons, silly stories, and teaches you a lot!" --11 Year Old What is a fallacy? A fallacy is an error in logic a place where someone has made a mistake in his thinking. This is a handy book for learning to spot common errors in reasoning. - For ages twelve through adult. - Fun to use -- learn skills you can use right away. - Peanuts, Dilbert, and Calvin and Hobbes cartoons. - Includes The Fallacy Detective Game. - Exercises with answer key. Review: Good - While I was researching this, I found some reviews claiming that some of the examples given in the book had political angle to them. As I wanted to buy this for my son, I ended up buying cheaper kindle version, reading through that, finding it just fine, and then I ordered print version for my son. Review: Good book for adults too - Easy to read and get through. Some fallacies tend to be super nuanced so the simple explanations help. ## Features - Teaches students to identify 38 common logical fallacies through engaging lessons and real-world examples - Builds critical thinking and reasoning skills essential for academic and everyday life - A fun and accessible guide for students, homeschoolers, and anyone who loves clear thinking ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #125,258 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #35 in Logic #69 in Neuropsychology #1,001 in Teaching & Education | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,937 Reviews | ## Images ![The Fallacy Detective: Thirty-Eight Lessons on How to Recognize Bad Reasoning - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6110Lj+FLgL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good *by A***K on 24 June 2022* While I was researching this, I found some reviews claiming that some of the examples given in the book had political angle to them. As I wanted to buy this for my son, I ended up buying cheaper kindle version, reading through that, finding it just fine, and then I ordered print version for my son. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good book for adults too *by J***O on 3 January 2021* Easy to read and get through. Some fallacies tend to be super nuanced so the simple explanations help. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great examples *by G***G on 31 May 2026* My sister and I read this book together and discussed each chapter to help understand each fallacy. Now being aware of the fallacies, it is easy to pick up on them in conversations with others. Great tool for rational thinking and discussions. I can see how these could be used in home schooling. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Fallacy Detective: Thirty-Eight Lessons on How to Recognize Bad Reasoning - The Thinking Toolbox: Thirty-Five Lessons That Will Build Your Reasoning Skills - An Illustrated Book of Bad Arguments: Learn the Lost Art of Making Sense --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.lk/products/343861334-the-fallacy-detective-thirty-eight-lessons-on-how-to-recognize](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/343861334-the-fallacy-detective-thirty-eight-lessons-on-how-to-recognize) --- *Product available on Desertcart Sri Lanka* *Store origin: LK* *Last updated: 2026-07-28*