The most widely-used textbook for the communication theory course, A First Look at Communication Theory analyzes the major communication theories at a level that is appropriate for both lower- and upper-level courses. The theories represented in the text reflect a mix of foundational and recent scholarship and strike a balance of scientific and interpretive approaches.
FRIENDS. They lift our spirits, listen to our complaints, keep us honest, stick with us when times are tough and make even mundane tasks enjoyable. No wonder we want to make friends. No wonder we want to make them count.Em Griffin has spent his life making friends. In addition, years of study have enabled him to show us what goes into the art of friendship-making.• What are the many ways we can attract people?• How do we sometimes turn them away without ever speaking a word?• Why do we often have such strong opinions about those we barely know?• How does my own self-concept affect the kinds of people I am drawn to?• What does it take to make a friendship last?A book for everyone who is a friend or wants to be one.