is the title of a seminal textbook by Garth S. Jowett and Victoria O'Donnell , now in its 8th edition. It provides a comprehensive framework for understanding how communication is used to influence beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors. Core Definitions
: Described as a transactional, interactive process where the persuader attempts to satisfy the needs of both themselves and the audience. It seeks voluntary change in beliefs or behaviors. Key Analytical Framework Propaganda & Persuasion
The authors distinguish between propaganda and persuasion based on the and the nature of the interaction :