Description: Why We Talk: The Evolutionary Origins of Language (Oxford Studies in the Evolution of Language) [Hardcover] Dessalles, Jean-Louis and Grieve, James Product Overview Constant exchange of information is integral to our societies. Jean-Louis Dessalles explores how this came into being. He develops a view of language as an instrument for conversation rather than mental representation and thought. Presenting language evolution as a natural history of conversation, the author sheds light on the emergence of communication in the hominine congregations, as well as on the human nature. Read more Details Publisher : Oxford University Press; 1st edition (March 1, 2007) Language : English Hardcover : 400 pages ISBN-10 : 0199276234 ISBN-13 : 33 Item Weight : 1.45 pounds Dimensions : 9.21 x 6.14 x 0.87 inches Best Sellers Rank: #4,044,269 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1,232 in Physical Anthropology (Books) #1,257 in Cognitive Psychology (Books) #2,839 in Linguistics (Books) #1,232 in Physical Anthropology (Books) #1,257 in Cognitive Psychology (Books) We have been selling used books since 2012, and we've learned that the most important thing is doing good business. Honesty is our policy. Free Shipping We ship worldwide. We have multiple warehouses around the world, so please note the extended handling time on certain listings.
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ISBN: 0199276234
ISBN10: 0199276234
ISBN13: 9780199276233
EAN: 9780199276233
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Brand: OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS
GTIN: 09780199276233
Number of Pages: 400 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Why We Talk : the Evolutionary Origins of Language
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Item Height: 1.3 in
Publication Year: 2007
Subject: Life Sciences / Evolution, Life Sciences / Zoology / Ethology (Animal Behavior), Linguistics / General
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 26.1 Oz
Author: Jean-Louis Dessalles, James Grieve
Subject Area: Language Arts & Disciplines, Science
Item Length: 9.2 in
Series: Oxford Studies in the Evolution of Language Ser.
Item Width: 6.1 in
Format: Hardcover