The Biology and Evolution of Language

Bibliographic Collection:

Anthropogeny, Primatology

Publication Type: Book

Authors: Lieberman, Philip

Year of Publication: 1984

Number of Pages: 379

Publisher: Harvard University Press

City: Cambridge

Publication Language: eng

ISBN Number: 0674074130

Keywords: Biolinguistics, Evolution., Language and languages

Abstract:

This book synthesizes much of the exciting recent research in the biology of language. Drawing on data from anatomy, neurophysiology, physiology, and behavioral biology, Lieberman develops a new approach to the puzzle of language, arguing that it is the result of many evolutionary compromises. Within his discussion, Lieberman skillfully addresses matters as various as the theory of neoteny (which he refutes), the mating calls of bullfrogs, ape language, dyslexia, and computer-implemented models of the brain.

URL: http://lccn.loc.gov/83022582

Label: 1984

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