This text examines the three key topics in communication research: critical thinking, research, and the relationship of culture to communication. The book includes learning aids notes, unit openers, and a glossary defining significant terms in the study of human communication.
Joseph A. DeVito is professor emeritus at Hunter College of the City University of New York. He was professor at Queens College of City University of New York from 1972-85. He has been a professor at Hunter College since 1985.
This brief yet comprehensive book on human communication is, as far as I know, the best book I have ever read in this field. It addresses all aspects of human communication, with concise and easy-to-read text.