International Communication: Continuity and Change

Author: Tu Su
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: International Communication: Continuity and Change, written by Daya Tu Su, is currently the best and most comprehensive introductory text on international communication available. The author examines all relevant important discourses in social, economic, and political fields, conducts in-depth reflections, and presents compelling arguments.
—Professor Robert W. Mccheesney, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (We need a genuine global forum where we can engage in a fully critical discussion about the mechanisms, rules, patterns, and ethical issues of global communication.).
—Professor Xigang Li, Tsinghua University
The world is entering a new era of industrial revolution. At the beginning of the 21st century, more and more people can connect in real-time with others around the globe, engaging in communication. This communication transcends borders, overcomes time zones, and occurs in various forms—such as sound, text, and images. Our planet, interconnected through digital technology, is undergoing profound and rapid changes. In this era, media and culture operate under increasingly globalized political, economic, and technological contexts. Daya Tu Su’s highly readable work provides a comprehensive analysis of the development of international communication in this age.
Although numerous discussions have addressed various aspects of the rapid development of international communication, International Communication: Continuity and Change is the first to gather all important theoretical and empirical achievements in this field into one volume, offering a new and accessible reading. The book begins with a comprehensive introduction and discussion of the history and theoretical framework of communication, followed by case studies carefully selected from around the world to enrich the theoretical explanations. Additionally, it explores the globalization process and trends of the communication and media industries, as well as the impact of these processes and trends on cultures worldwide and the application of new technologies in the future of communication.