Celebrating the work and contributions of Dolf Zillmann, this volume explores the theories and research on communication and emotion. It is intended for scholars and students in psychology, communication, and related areas of social science.

A celebration of the life and work of Dolf Zillmann, who made substantial contributions in the area of communication, emotion, media effects and aggression. Exploring the theories and research on communication and emotion, the contributors explore Zillmann's values, style and intellect.

"the book's true riches. And these are several. First, the range of subjects investigated mirrors the impressive breadth of Zillman's research in media use and gratification. All the major promontories of the mass media-news, sports, entertainment-are explored, as are the outcroppings of violence, pornography, eroticism, and horror. Second, the high overall quality of these essays makes them a good introduction to the scope of contemporary communication research. Especially useful are the essays' literature reviews and bibliographies, which comprise a handy reference to major works in the field. The most significant aspect of the book, however, is methodological; it charts the breadth of Zillman's multidisciplinary approach."—Communication Research Trends