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The Interpersonal Communication Book
The Interpersonal Communication Book provides a highly interactive presentation of the theory, research, and skills of interpersonal communication, with strong, integrated discussions of diversity, ethics, workplace issues, and technology. This top-selling book has been recognized for its ability to guide readers to improve a wide range of interpersonal skills and to apply these to personal, social, and workplace relationships. Superior coverage of cultural diversity, ethics, interpersonal communication in the workplace, and the workings and effects of technology make The Interpersonal Communication Book the best choice for preparing to communicate successfully in today's world.
432 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1986
About the author
Joseph A. DeVito
116 books24 followersJoseph 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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Displaying 1 - 18 of 18 reviews
March 19, 2008
Communication is not that simple...
August 6, 2012
Ini buku kuliah jurusan ilmu komunikasi. Oke sekalian dimasukin aja ke daftar. Bukunya super jelas. Karena merupakan bahan ujian, ya akhirnya saya baca bukunya.
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May 12, 2018
This book was not well written and was hard to read since chapter one was also chapter 16
April 16, 2026
The Interpersonal Communication Book offers a clear and comprehensive overview of communication, covering a wide range of topics in an accessible way. I especially appreciated the summaries at the end of each chapter, which made it easier to revisit and reinforce key ideas.
One aspect I found less satisfying was the use of sources. When a topic sparked my interest, I often hoped to find references to original research or academic studies, but some sources pointed instead to general media articles. While still useful, I would have preferred more direct links to primary research.
Overall, a solid and practical introduction to communication, especially as a structured overview.
One aspect I found less satisfying was the use of sources. When a topic sparked my interest, I often hoped to find references to original research or academic studies, but some sources pointed instead to general media articles. While still useful, I would have preferred more direct links to primary research.
Overall, a solid and practical introduction to communication, especially as a structured overview.
April 12, 2018
I'm very excited!
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June 26, 2023
I enjoyed this class, I got a C for Courage. Interdependent Communications taught by [ Unavailable ].
June 18, 2025
This was for a summer intensive course but I actually really liked this lol- it was interesting and I wasn’t bored with a textbook for once 😭🙏
April 8, 2026
Constant talk about covid dates it and there are also some dated ideas as well.
December 15, 2014
I really enjoyed this text! I read the unbound version for an Interpersonal Communications course that I took a couple of semesters ago. The material in this book is applicable; it is relevant in and out of the classroom. I gained so much useful knowledge from the course with the aid of this text. Great read!
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February 13, 2013
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May 9, 2013
Actually quite a decent read for a textbook. Very interesting information on communication and relationships.
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June 26, 2013good
July 4, 2013
The book wasn't so bad but this class was mind numbing. Thankfully, it was online.
July 12, 2013
This is a very awesome read for a textbook. This is actually one book that I will not sell back to the University.
December 2, 2013
Textbook for PSY 309 Interpersonal Communications class. It was well organized and easy to understand for a textbook.
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March 24, 2019i like this book.
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