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The Birth of Language. 言語の誕生
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| 著者・編者 | Hillert, Dieter, |
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| 出版社 | (Routledge, UK) |
| 出版年月 | 2026.01 |
| ページ数 | 292 pp. |
| 言語 | ENG |
| ニュース番号 | ＜759-1668＞ |
解説
The Birth of Language traces the gradual evolution of human language over two million years, uncovering the intricate interplay between biological adaptations and cultural innovations. It distinguishes language from speech showing how both emerged as distinct, yet intertwined processes shaped by specialized brain networks. The book engages with the ongoing scholarly debate on language origins, examining the roles of brain architecture, social cohesion, group dynamics, and fundamental behaviors such as toolmaking.
Drawing on the latest genetic research, as well as groundbreaking neurobiological discoveries, it reveals how our linguistic abilities mirror broader cognitive advances in human evolution. Evidence-based insights are woven seamlessly into a rich narrative of humanity's intertwined cultural and biological history.
Essential reading for anyone intrigued by the origins of language, The Birth of Language offers valuable perspectives for readers in psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, and anthropology-bridging disciplines to tell the compelling story of our species' most defining trait.