Dainton and Zelley (both communications, La Salle U.) provide this communication theory textbook for career-minded graduate and undergraduate students with the understanding the students may not have a background in communication or communication theory. In their ten chapters they describe how these theories were developed from research and then explain theories of intrapersonal and interpersonal communication. They explain theories of culture, persuasion and leadership, and group, organizational and mediated communication. They close with practical advice on building and retaining communication competence in a professional setting. They include case studies and references. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR