The International Encyclopedia of Communication Theory and Philosophy, 4 Volume Set

• A state-of-the-art and in-depth scholarly reflection on the key issues raised by communication, covering the history, systematics, and practical potential of communication theory
• Articles by leading experts offer an unprecedented level of accuracy and balance
• Provides comprehensive, clear entries which are both cross-national and cross-disciplinary in nature
• The Encyclopedia presents a truly international perspective with authors and positions representing not just Europe and North America, but also Latin America and Asia
• Published both online and in print
• Part of The Wiley Blackwell-ICA International Encyclopedias of Communication series, published in conjunction with the International Communication Association. Online version available at Wiley Online Library

Klaus Bruhn Jensen is Professor and Head of the Center for Communication and Computing at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. He has published widely in academic books and journals and has presented his work around the world through conferences and invited lectures. He is the editor of several reference works, including A Handbook of Media and Communication Research (2012), now in its second edition, and Area Editor of communication theory and philosophy for The International Encyclopedia of Communication (Wiley Blackwell, 2008).

About the Editors ix

Contributors xi

Alphabetical List of Entries xxi

Thematic List of Entries xxv

Editors' Introduction xxix

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