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The Symbolic Species: The Co-evolution of Language and the Brain
by Terrence William Deacon
Description: The Symbolic Species: The Co-evolution of Language and the Brain examines how language and the human brain developed together, focusing on their mutual influence in shaping cognition and communication. It discusses the biological and symbolic aspects of this co-evolution
ISBN: 0393317544
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akkartik · 2015-11-23 · Original thread
My favorite theory of the origin of language: http://www.amazon.com/The-Symbolic-Species-Co-evolution-Lang.... It unfolds a bit like a murder mystery, so I won't spoil the ending for you. If the middle section seems a bit of a slog -- persevere!