Product Description

Moving from the parent text, "Human Communication, 5th ed", this concise text introduces the essential skills and applications of interpersonal, small group and public speaking communication. Joseph DeVito takes beginners through the theoretical fundamentals of communication, including the self, perception and listening, and verbal and non-verbal messages. The book lays down the foundations for mastering the essential skills of communication.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1287594 in Books
• Published on: 2005-01-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 432 pages

From the Back Cover
Messages is a brief, highly interactive book emphasizing interpersonal communication skills, ethics, critical thinking, listening, and power in a multicultural world. While intentionally brief, Messages provides a comprehensive introduction that stresses skill development and creates a foundation for readers to first understand the concepts and then apply what they have learned through real-life examples and exercises. With a new, integrated focus on interpersonal communication in the workplace, Messages helps readers understand how the concepts discussed in the book will translate into their daily lives. For anyone wanting to improve their communication skills.

Customer Reviews

Messages: Building Interpersonal Communication Skills
This was one of the best books I've ever read. The information was very enlightening and hit a personal note with me.