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Human Communication: The Basic Course

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This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include anymedia, website access codes, or print supplements that may comepackaged with the bound book.Updated in a new 12th edition, Human Communication: The BasicCourse surveys the broad field of human communication, givingattention to theory, research, and skill development. Thisbook provides an in-depth look at the concepts, principles, andskills of human communication, emphasizing public speaking,interpersonal communication, and small group communication.

496 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1985

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Joseph A. DeVito

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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.

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November 2, 2014
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.
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August 10, 2013
its like manual with some good hints.
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July 15, 2009
Informative. Although some points could be debatable.
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December 15, 2016
This was a very exciting book. I would recommend it to my class.
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