Communication, Media, and Identity
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Communication, Media, and Identity

A Christian Theory of Communication

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Communication, Media, and Identity

A Christian Theory of Communication

About this book

Communication, Media, and Identity: A Christian Theory of Communication is the first comprehensive theoretical look at the nature of communication from a biblical Christian perspective. This groundbreaking new work discusses the implications of such a theory for interpersonal relations, use of media, and the development of digital culture in the wake of the computer. It also draws widely from the literature of the secular world, critiquing perspectives where necessary and adopting perspectives that are in line with Christian anthropology, epistemology, and ontology. Through this unique lens, the reader is able to understand communication as an art, as a tool for evangelism, and as a unique human activity that allows people to have a stake in the creation. It covers both mediated and non-mediated forms of communication, is sensitive to theological differences within the Christian faith, and examines closely the problem of technology, and especially digital technology, for the practice of communication.

As the newest book in the Communication, Culture, and Religion Series, Robert Fortner's work illuminates the theological aspects of communication.

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Table of contents

  1. THE COMMUNICATION, CULTURE, AND RELIGION SERIES
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Dedication
  5. Table of Contents
  6. List of Tables
  7. Preface
  8. Acknowledgments
  9. 1 - What Is Communication?
  10. 2 - Communication Theology and Theory
  11. 3 - Communication as a Relational Activity
  12. 4 - Communication through Technology?
  13. 5 - Communication as If People Mattered
  14. 6 - Communication as Art
  15. 7 - Communication and Culture
  16. 8 - Communication, Information, and Knowledge
  17. 9 - Christian Intimacy and the Self in a Digital World
  18. 10 - Communicating in Cybernetic Culture
  19. 11 - Implications
  20. Bibliography
  21. Index
  22. About the Author