LSAT Logical Reasoning Bible: Powerscore Test Preparation--A Comprehensive System for Attacking the Logical Reasoning Section of the LSAT 
asked by daddyadd on November 20, 2006 12:53 PM
The PowerScore LSAT Logical Reasoning Bible is a comprehensive how-to manual for solving every type of Logical Reasoning question. Featuring dozens of real Logical Reasoning questions with detailed explanations, the Bible is the ultimate resource for improving your LSAT Logical Reasoning score. The Logic Reasoning Bible is also supplemented by a unique website that provides additional material for the book and answers frequently asked student questions.
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I am an LSAT instructor. Of all the logical reasoning "lessonbooks" published (i.e. Kaplan and Princeton Review being the more commonly known competition), I recommend this book the most.
The breakdown of each question category is very thorough. If you cannot afford to take high priced test prep courses, then this is the next best option because it basically sums up our lectures into written form.
Having said this, there are a lot of subtle technique that are difficult to deliever and convey through written text. So this book isn't perfect. If you are going to buy this book, then also buy a 10 real LSAT book. For the concepts you find difficult to grasp, I suggest you wrestle with by practicing on real test questions.
The breakdown of each question category is very thorough. If you cannot afford to take high priced test prep courses, then this is the next best option because it basically sums up our lectures into written form.
Having said this, there are a lot of subtle technique that are difficult to deliever and convey through written text. So this book isn't perfect. If you are going to buy this book, then also buy a 10 real LSAT book. For the concepts you find difficult to grasp, I suggest you wrestle with by practicing on real test questions.
reviewed by dannyboy on November 23, 2006 4:38 PM
I am not aware of any other books that deal exclusively with the logical reasoning section of the LSAT. But it doesn't matter. This book is so comprehensive I'm not sure what the other books could include that this book has not.
This should be the FIRST book anyone preparing for the LSAT should buy. It pretty much encompasses what all of the standard prep guides give you and goes into much more depth about how to approach each type of LR problem type - which categorizes for you.
The book is very easy to read and follow, with a narrative style that makes you feel like you've got a one-on-one tutor right there with you.
There are just enough practice problems to get your feet wet. There aren't pages and pages of problems, nor should there be. This is a tutorial on how to attack the LR section. If you want LR questions, there are already many other easily accessible sources.
Since the LR section accounts for 50% of the test, I don't see how anyone can skip reading this book.
This should be the FIRST book anyone preparing for the LSAT should buy. It pretty much encompasses what all of the standard prep guides give you and goes into much more depth about how to approach each type of LR problem type - which categorizes for you.
The book is very easy to read and follow, with a narrative style that makes you feel like you've got a one-on-one tutor right there with you.
There are just enough practice problems to get your feet wet. There aren't pages and pages of problems, nor should there be. This is a tutorial on how to attack the LR section. If you want LR questions, there are already many other easily accessible sources.
Since the LR section accounts for 50% of the test, I don't see how anyone can skip reading this book.
reviewed by guitarplayer on November 25, 2006 3:20 AM
This was a great study aid, I'm about half way through but I've already ordered the logic games bible because I'm so impressed. PS does a great job of explaining each question type and provides great hints on how to attack each question. My only suggestion for improvement is to add more lsat question examples, but since sample tests from LSAC are only $8 each you can always supplement your study that way.
reviewed by officefan on November 25, 2006 12:46 PM
This book seperates all LSAT Logical Reasoning Questions into 18 different types. They tell you what the question stem for each type looks like so you can identify it quickly and effectively use their Powerscore strategy. The book also uses REAL LSAT questions, which most other test-prep books does (which accounts for the high price - just a tidbit of advice, buy it well in advance of the October LSAT, the prices increases about 15 dollars in July).
I'm a pretty organized person, so the divide-and-conquer method worked for me beautifully. It also helped me grasp some formal logic strategies for the LSAT, especially helpful since i never took formal logic before. This is the most comphrensive and helpful book out there about Logical Reasoning which is 50% your score on the LSAT, so there's no foolin' around here.
I'm a pretty organized person, so the divide-and-conquer method worked for me beautifully. It also helped me grasp some formal logic strategies for the LSAT, especially helpful since i never took formal logic before. This is the most comphrensive and helpful book out there about Logical Reasoning which is 50% your score on the LSAT, so there's no foolin' around here.
reviewed by savvy on November 26, 2006 12:45 AM
There is nothing better on the market in terms of breaking down each question type in the logical reasoning sections. Not only does the author identify typical correct anwers types but also walks you through incorrect answer types. The author arms you with question specific strategies that both enhance your speed and accuracy. (My score jumped from the high 150's to consistently scoring in the high 160's.) Give yourself plenty of time to carefully go through this book and you won't regret it.
reviewed by lovieduvie on November 29, 2006 11:08 AM
