Full Description
Evolutionary Communication presents the first comprehensive evolutionary approach to the study of human communication.
Presuming no specialized knowledge of evolutionary theory, this reader-friendly textbook explains why and how communication became the determining factor in human development. Drawing from the latest scientific research, Evolutionary Communication represents a truly groundbreaking contribution to Communication Studies as a field of study.
Opening up an inspiring new approach for teaching communication, the book can be used as a core volume or supplemental text for courses ranging from Introduction to Communication and Communication Theory to special topics and graduate seminars.
Contents
PART ONE: INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1: Introducing Evolutionary Communication
Chapter 2: The Basics
PART TWO: WHY WE COMMUNICATE
Chapter 3: Survive and Reproduce
Chapter 4: Expression
PART THREE: HOW WE COMMUNICATE
Chapter 5: Spoken Language
Chapter 6: Written Language
Chapter 7: Technology
Chapter 8: Media
PART FOUR: WHAT WE COMMUNICATE
Chapter 9: Culture
Chapter 10: Information
Chapter 11: Ideology and Religion
Chapter 12: Morality, Identity, Community
