Abstract: This book is an introduction for people taking a first look at interpersonal communication. Chapter One deals with what the interpersonal communication process is, and why it is important. Chapters Two, Three, and Four concern self-concept, perception, and language, respectfully. Self-concept looks at how people see themselves, perception examines how people see the world around them, and language involves how language is vital to the communication process. Chapter Five is concerned with non-verba l communication, Chapter Six involves the importance of listening skills in interpersonal comunication, and the dimensions, causes, and stages of relationships is covered in Chapter Seven. Self-disclosure is the topic of Chapter Eight, while emotions and communication climate are discussed in Chapters Nine and Ten, respectfully. The book ends with Chapter Eleven on ways to resolve conflict.