Interplay: The Process of Interpersonal Communication

By Ronald B. Adler, Russell F Proctor II, Lawrence B Rosenfeld, et al.

Book Overview

With its unique blend of compelling topics and rich pedagogy, Interplay: The Process of Interpersonal Communication, Fifteenth Edition, offers a perfect balance of research and application to help students understand and improve their own relationships. No other book prepares students better to start improving their relationships beginning with the first day of class.

Interplay addresses the perception that students have that they already know how to communicate, which is an issue that every faculty member faces. By artfully weaving cutting-edge academic research and theory into the clear, down-to-earth, student-friendly narrative, Interplay enables students to understand the complexity and depth of human communication and interpersonal relationships. The series of concepts builds logically through the chapter sequence so that students deepen their communication skills as they progress through the book. With the expert use of contemporary and brief video clips available as part of the integrated digital resources, students can see concepts applied in real scenarios, making their learning even more meaningful.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0197501346
• ISBN13: 9780197501344
• Release Date: November 2020
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 504 Pages
• Weight: 1.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.9" x 9.9"

Customer Reviews

Excellent Resource Book

I took this class in college years ago where we had this book. It is excellent! Reading it is like going to the psychologist - lots of "aha" moments, understanding what type(s) of communication styles people you interact with have. Also has effective methods to communicate better. I sold my seventh edition back to the bookstore because I needed the money at the time, but then bought it back later (6th edition), which I didn't like as much. The cartoons in the book, used as illustrations to make points are especially helpful and often humorous. This was the best class I took in college - it has helped me for the rest of my life!!! Even if you do not take the class, it is a fun and easy read and would make a great gift.

Academic Analysis

Interplay is a first rate academic treatment of the communications we face on a day to day basis. This book will be useful not only in the classroom but with all your relationships you encounter throughout your life

Interplay Review

I had to buy this book for my Psychology class for college. It is an excellent book for interpersonal relationships. It gives you tons of relevant information for your use at any time with any relationship. It is a wealth of information about yourself and others. I would highly recommend this book to anyone wanting to better understand themselves and other people.

great condition, came in good time

the book was in good condition, came exactly when they said it would. i would recommend them.