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You Just Don't Understand: Women and Men in Conversation

This book delves into the complexities of gender-based communication styles, offering a nuanced understanding of how men and women interact and misunderstand each other in conversation. more

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Deborah Tannen
Deborah Tannen

Deborah Tannen, born on June 7, 1945, is an accomplished American linguist and professor. Her research focuses on the relationship between gender and language, particularly the differences in communication between men and women. Tannen's book 'You Just Don't Understand: Women and Men in Conversation' has become a bestseller, profoundly impacting the public's understanding of gender communication differences. more

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