Communication Between Cultures

Porter, Richard E., Samovar, Larry A.

ISBN 10: 0534569293 / ISBN 13: 9780534569297

Published by Wadsworth, 2003

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Synopsis:

This title gives students an understanding and appreciation of different cultures and helps them develop practical skills for improving their communication with people from other cultures. It emphasizes religion and history as key variables in intercultural communication. Packed with contemporary research and filled with numerous, compelling examples that force students to examine their own assumptions and cultural biases, this book helps students understand the subtle and profound ways culture affects communication. The book is divided into four interrelated parts: Part I introduces the study of communication and culture; Part II focuses on the ability of culture to shape and modify our view of reality; Part III puts the theory of intercultural communication into practice; and Part IV converts knowledge into action.

Review: "The inclusion of chapters applying intercultural concepts to specific settings/contexts, plus the inclusion of the Infotrac College Edition resources makes this textbook unique in the field." "Overall the Samovar and Porter text is an excellent tool for helping students develop their intercultural selves. The text is well written, current and relevant." "The Samovar and Porter textbook provides a good introduction to the field at the same time it sensitizes the students to the importance of intercultural communication in different fields such as education and health care."

Bibliographic Details

Title: Communication Between Cultures
Publisher: Wadsworth
Publication Date: 2003
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 5th.