Includes bibliographical references (p. 370-405) and index.

A text on communication among international cultures and among co- cultures in the US. Part I introduces the study of communication and culture, and Part II focuses on the ways culture shapes and modifies views of reality. Part III puts theories of intercultural communication into practice, and Part IV discusses issues surrounding accepting similarities and differences. Includes chapter summaries, activities, and discussion questions, plus bandw photos. This fourth edition contains new material on racism and US co-cultures. Samovar is affiliated with San Diego State University. Porter is affiliated with California State University. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.