Social Interaction - Michael Argyle

Michael Argyle examines the mechanics of human interaction, from body language, gestures, facial expressions and eye movements to personal space, orientation and verbal and non-verbal communication. Drawing on research in social psychology, psychiatry, anthropology, linguistics and developmental psychology, Argyle explores both the biological foundations of social behaviour and the influence of culture. Written as an introduction for students of social psychology and related fields, this is a detailed study of how people communicate, interpret one another and navigate everyday social situations.