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Cambridge University Press Evolutionary Linguistics (Cambridge Textbooks in Linguistics)

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Product Description How did the biological, brain and behavioural structures underlying human language evolve? When, why and where did our ancestors become linguistic animals, and what has happened since? This book provides a clear, comprehensive but lively introduction to these interdisciplinary debates. Written in an approachable style, it cuts through the complex, sometimes contradictory and often obscure technical languages used in the different scientific disciplines involved in the study of linguistic evolution. Assuming no background knowledge in these disciplines, the book outlines the physical and neurological structures underlying language systems, and the limits of our knowledge concerning their evolution. Discussion questions and further reading lists encourage students to explore the primary literature further, and the final chapter demonstrates that while many questions still remain unanswered, there is a growing consensus as to how modern human languages have arisen as systems by the interplay of evolved structures and cultural transmission. Review 'Ideal material for my postgraduate course in evolutionary linguistics.' Andrew Smith, University of Stirling'… this book is an excellent introduction to the origins and development of early human language. It is written in an accessible but authoritative style and will hopefully serve as a rewarding entryway for future scholars interested in this growing subfield of linguistic research.' Ryan Shosted, Journal of Sociolinguistics Book Description How did the biological, brain and behavioural structures underlying human language evolve? This is an introduction to the interdisciplinary debates. About the Author April McMahon is Vice-Chancellor of Aberystwyth University.Robert McMahon is a Research Associate in the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences at Aberystwyth University.

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Brand: Cambridge University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0521814502
Category: Books > Subjects > Reference > Words, Language & Grammar
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 11 October 2012
Listed Since: 14 March 2012

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