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Why Only Us

Language and Evolution
Pages
224
Published
2016
Language
English

Synopsis

This book explores the profound question of how human language evolved, a unique ability that distinguishes us from all other animals. Linguist Noam Chomsky and computer scientist Robert Berwick explain that a clear definition of language, informed by the Minimalist Program, is crucial to understanding its origins. They discuss the biolinguistic perspective, the computational efficiency of language, and evidence from nonhuman animals to shed light on this enduring mystery.

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