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Essentials of Human Communication (Book Alone) [Paperback]

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ISBN-10: 032108652X | ISBN-13: 978-0321086525 | Publication Date: June 12, 2001 | Edition: 4

This book emphasizes five main themes: the skills of human communication (interpersonal, small group, interviewing, and public speaking), cultural awareness, listening, critical thinking, power, and ethics. Essentials of Human Communication fills the need for a brief, interesting, but serious book that places a strong focus on skill development. This book highlights the application of human communication skills to the real world and to the workplace. For anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of speech communication.

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Paperback: 432 pages
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 4 edition (June 12, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 032108652X
ISBN-13: 978-0321086525
Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.9 x 1.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds

Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #320,346 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!!, January 29, 2009

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This book teaches how communication comes from within and is then translated and interpreted. Great concepts. Easy to read. Highly recommended.

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The book came in a timely manner and is in pretty good condition. I saved a good bit of money buying it used. I have no complaints!

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We received the book in a timely manner and it was in the condition expected. Cannot say anything bad about this purchase.

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