Making Friends Book

Written in 1987 by a beloved Wheaton College professor, this book looks at friendship through the lens of communication theory. Griffin's engaging voice and use of personal stories make the concepts practical. What a surprise to discover pithy, hilarious cartoons thoughout the book!
Griffin writes, "I wanted to write a keen account of what goes on in face-to-face interaction. A clear understanding of the dynamics in one-on-one relationships can make our interpersonal communication more effective. But I'm not content with detached analysis. I believe that God gave us the gift of communication so we could get close to others. I'm for the home team. You'll find that the further you read in the book, the more my bias toward close friendship leaks out."