Among cultures : the challenge of communication /
Challenge of communication
Bradford J. Hall.
- Second edition.
- xix, 378 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
What is meant by intercultural communication? -- What is the relationship between communication and culture? -- How can we learn about our own and others' cultures? -- How is culture related to our identities? -- Where can we look to explain verbal misunderstandings? -- Where can we look to explain nonverbal misunderstandings? -- Why do so many people get treated poorly? -- How can we manage conflict in intercultural settings? -- How can we succeed in our intercultural travels? -- What diversity exists in the study of intercultural communication? -- Can judgments of right and wrong be made when dealing with other cultures?