Uniquely human - Lieberman, Philip.
the evolution of speech, thought, and selfless behavior
KORTE INHOUD
In a stimulating synthesis of cognitive science, anthropology, and linguistics, Philip Lieberman tackles the fundamental questions of human nature: How and why are human beings so different from other species? Can the Darwinian theory of evolution explain human linguistic and cognitive ability? How do our processes of language and thought differ from those of "Homo erectus "500,000 years ago, or of the Neanderthals 35,000 years ago? What accounts for human moral sense?
Lieberman believes that evolution for rapid, efficient vocal communication forged modern human beings by creating the modern human brain. Earlier hominids lacked fully human speech and syntax, which together allow us to convey complex thoughts rapidly. The author discusses how natural selection acted on older brain mechanisms to produce a structure that can regulate the motor activity necessary for speech and command the complex syntax that enhances the creativity of human language. The unique brain mechanisms underlying human language also enha...
Lieberman believes that evolution for rapid, efficient vocal communication forged modern human beings by creating the modern human brain. Earlier hominids lacked fully human speech and syntax, which together allow us to convey complex thoughts rapidly. The author discusses how natural selection acted on older brain mechanisms to produce a structure that can regulate the motor activity necessary for speech and command the complex syntax that enhances the creativity of human language. The unique brain mechanisms underlying human language also enha...
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1991Uitgever: Harvard University Press210 paginasTaal: EngelsISBN-10: 0674921828ISBN-13: 9780674921825Koop dit boek tweedehands
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Spine dust jacket sunned; small tears dust jacket repaired; name and address on endpaper. [Auteur: Lieberman, Philip] [Pagina's: 210] [Taal: en] [Uitgever: Cambridge, Harvard University Press] [Jaar: 1991] [Titel: Uniquely Human. The Evolution of Speech, Thought, and Selfless Behavior]
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1991, cloth hardcover with dust jacket, shelf/user wear, dust jacket faded, good copy [Auteur: Lieberman, Philip] [Taal: en] [Uitgever: Harvard University Press] [Jaar: 1991] [Titel: Uniquely Human - The Evolution of Speech, Thought & Selfless Behavior]
