Going beyond words
Going beyond words

Author(s): Joanna Puppel, Stanisław Puppel
Subject(s): Language and Literature Studies, Applied Linguistics
Published by: Wydawnictwo Naukowe Uniwersytetu Adama Mickiewicza
Keywords: communication; nonverbal communication; communicology; transcommunicology; gestures; face
Summary/Abstract: This monograph explores the complex nature of human communication, emphasizing that language is only part of a larger puzzle. The authors highlight the significant role of nonverbal resources such as gestures, facial expressions, and body posture, which, combined with verbal communication, create a fuller picture of human interaction. Communication is a dynamic process that integrates various modalities, taking into account cultural, social, and contextual aspects. Through the concept of the transcommunicator, the authors analyze how language and the body work together to transcend cultural and geographical boundaries. The book provides valuable insights into how to develop communication skills in a global society, and also helps readers better understand why effective communication goes beyond words alone."

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