Philosophy of Communication Inquiry : An Introduction

In Philosophy of Communication Inquiry: An Introduction, multidisciplinary scholar Annette M.

Holba seamlessly connects philosophical traditions with the communicative experience and contemporary political, social, and cultural issues.

The text reinforces the position that philosophy of communication is not an abstract concept, but rather rooted in real-life experiences.

The text features a unique approach that maps the application of key concepts and theory to public moral argument. The book provides readers with a comprehensive survey of the history of the ideas and metaphors that guide philosophy of communication inquiry.

The four parts of the text provide students with foundational explorations of the philosophical traditions, approaches, fundamental questions, and emergent metaphors that guide philosophy of communication inquiry.

Each chapter and part conclude with a section titled "Connections, Currency, Meaning," which ties the content to its application in public moral argument.

This provides students with ample opportunities for meaningful debate and discourse. Emphasizing its relevance in everyday life, Philosophy of Communication Inquiry is ideal for courses in philosophy of communication.