The Symbolic Species

The Symbolic Species The Co-Evolution of Language and the Human Brain

Hardback (28 Aug 1997)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Deacon presents a theory of the origins of man's unique language ability, claiming that language is not triggered by a language instinct, but is instead a reflection of our consciousness - thinking motors brain evolution.

Book information

ISBN: 9780713991888
Publisher: Allen Lane
Imprint: Allen Lane
Pub date:
DEWEY: 401
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 527
Weight: 957g
Height: 243mm
Width: 163mm
Spine width: 47mm