Nonverbal Communication In Human Interaction: Second Edition
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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Long before the first word is spoken, the human body is already communicating volumes — and Nonverbal Communication in Human Interaction by Mark L. Knapp presents one of the most comprehensive and rigorously researched examinations of this silent yet profoundly powerful dimension of human exchange. Grounded in empirical research and real-world application, this landmark academic text chronicles the full spectrum of nonverbal behaviour — from facial expressions, gestures, and eye contact to personal space, touch, and physical appearance — illuminating how these cues shape our relationships, perceptions, and social realities far more than most people realise. Knapp, drawing on his extensive background at Purdue University, argues with clarity and precision that nonverbal signals are not merely supplementary to verbal language but are, in many contexts, the primary vehicle for emotional and relational meaning. His writing is methodical yet accessible, weaving together psychological theory, sociological insight, and communicative practice to produce a text that is as valuable in the classroom as it is in the field. This second edition refines and expands upon its predecessor, making it an indispensable resource for students of psychology, communication, anthropology, and the social sciences — leaving the reader to wonder just how much of human connection has always existed beyond words.
Author: Mark L. Knapp
Format: Paperback
Genre: Psychology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Long before the first word is spoken, the human body is already communicating volumes — and Nonverbal Communication in Human Interaction by Mark L. Knapp presents one of the most comprehensive and rigorously researched examinations of this silent yet profoundly powerful dimension of human exchange. Grounded in empirical research and real-world application, this landmark academic text chronicles the full spectrum of nonverbal behaviour — from facial expressions, gestures, and eye contact to personal space, touch, and physical appearance — illuminating how these cues shape our relationships, perceptions, and social realities far more than most people realise. Knapp, drawing on his extensive background at Purdue University, argues with clarity and precision that nonverbal signals are not merely supplementary to verbal language but are, in many contexts, the primary vehicle for emotional and relational meaning. His writing is methodical yet accessible, weaving together psychological theory, sociological insight, and communicative practice to produce a text that is as valuable in the classroom as it is in the field. This second edition refines and expands upon its predecessor, making it an indispensable resource for students of psychology, communication, anthropology, and the social sciences — leaving the reader to wonder just how much of human connection has always existed beyond words.