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Talk

The Science of Conversation
Summary:

The book dissects the mechanics of conversation, using real-life transcripts and psychological insights to reveal how talk works across various contexts, from dates to disputes. It offers practical advice on how to navigate complex interactions, improve communication skills, and understand the underlying patterns that drive everyday conversations.

Key points:

1. Conversation Analysis (CA): Stokoe highlights CA as a way to study how people talk and understand each other by looking at conversation structures and patterns.

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