The Origins of Language: An Introduction to Evolutionary Linguistics
Author:   Joanna Dornbierer-Stuart
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   2024 ed.
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Pages:   188
Publication Date:   30 August 2024
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Author:   Joanna Dornbierer-Stuart
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Palgrave Macmillan
Edition:   2024 ed.
ISBN:  

9783031549373


ISBN 10:   3031549376
Pages:   188
Publication Date:   30 August 2024
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Preface.- 1. Introduction.- 2. The design of language.- 3. The purpose of language.- 4. How the physical environment shaped language.- 5. The influence of society and culture on language.- 6. The role of language change in the evolution of language.- 7. How do we produce and understand speech?.- 8. How do we learn to speak?.- 9. How unique is human language?.- 10. Conclusion: Putting it all together.

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Joanna Dornbierer-Stuart is a language teacher, translator and author based in Switzerland. She is a full member of the Chartered Institute of Linguists. Her previous book, Complete Grammar Guide to Swiss German, was published in 2020.

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