The Language Myth: Why Language Is Not An Instinct

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.

• | By (Author): Vyvyan (Bangor University) Evans
• | Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• | Publication Date: Sep 22, 2014
• | Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• | Number of Pages: 314 pages
• | Language: Unknown
• | Binding: Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1107619750
• | ISBN-13: 9781107619753