Vyvyan Evans (Bangor University)

Broschiertes Buch

The Language Myth

Beschreibung

Language is central to our lives, the cultural tool that arguably sets us apart from other species. Some scientists have argued that language is innate, a type of unique human 'instinct' pre-programmed in us from birth. In this book, Evans argues that this received wisdom is, in fact, a myth.

Autor

Vyvyan Evans is a native of Chester, England. He holds a PhD in linguistics from Georgetown University, Washington, D.C., is a full member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA), and is a Professor of Linguistics. He has published numerous acclaimed popular science and technical books on language and linguistics. His popular science essays and articles have appeared in numerous venues including 'The Guardian', 'Psychology Today', 'New York Post', 'New Scientist', 'Newsweek' and 'The New Republic'. His award-winning writing focuses, in one way or another, on the nature of language and mind, the impact of technology on language, and the future of communication. His science fiction work explores the status of language and digital communication technology as potential weapons of mass destruction.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Seitenzahl: 318
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Oktober 2014
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 400g
• ISBN-13: 9781107619753
• ISBN-10: 1107619750
• Artikelnr.: 41128783