Human Language and Our Reptilian Brain: The Subcortical Bases of Speech, Syntax,

Description: Human Language and Our Reptilian Brain by Philip Lieberman A prominent neuroscientist argues that human language—though more sophisticated than all other forms of animal communication—is not a qualitatively different ability from all forms of animal communication, it does not require a quantum evolutionary leap to be explained, and it is not unified in a single "language instinct." FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book is an entry into the fierce current debate among psycholinguists, neuroscientists, and evolutionary theorists about the nature and origins of human language. A prominent neuroscientist here takes up the Darwinian case, using data seldom considered by psycholinguists and neurolinguists to argue that human language--though more sophisticated than all other forms of animal communication--is not a qualitatively different ability from all forms of animal communication, does not require a quantum evolutionary leap to explain it, and is not unified in a single "language instinct." Using clinical evidence from speech-impaired patients, functional neuroimaging, and evolutionary biology to make his case, Philip Lieberman contends that human language is not a single separate module but a functional neurological system made up of many separate abilities. Language remains as it began, Lieberman argues: a device for coping with the world. But in a blow to human narcissism, he makes the case that this most remarkable human ability is a by-product of our remote reptilian ancestors abilities to dodge hazards, seize opportunities, and live to see another day. Author Biography Philip Lieberman is Fred M. Seed Professor of Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences and Professor of Anthropology at Brown University. Table of Contents Introduction 1. Functional Neural System 2. Speech Production and Perception 3. The Lexicon and Working Memory 4. The Subcortical Basal Ganglia 5. The Evolution of the Functional Language System 6. Commentary Notes Reference Index Review This is a thoughtful and scholarly book that is bound to expand the horizons of any...well-educated layperson or student who would like a brief review of this dynamic multidisciplinary field that encompasses neurology, primate studies, anthropology, psychology, and of course linguistics. -- F. S. Szalay * Choice * Review Quote This is a thoughtful and scholarly book that is bound to expand the horizons of any...well-educated layperson or student who would like a brief review of this dynamic multidisciplinary field that encompasses neurology, primate studies, anthropology, psychology, and of course linguistics. Details ISBN067400793X Author Philip Lieberman Short Title HUMAN LANGUAGE & OUR REPTILIAN Pages 240 Publisher Harvard University Press Series Perspectives in Cognitive Neuroscience Language English ISBN-10 067400793X ISBN-13 9780674007932 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2002 Publication Date 2002-05-31 Imprint Harvard University Press Place of Publication Cambridge, Mass Country of Publication United States Birth 1934 Residence Providence, RI, US Subtitle The Subcortical Bases of Speech, Syntax, and Thought DOI 10.1604/9780674007932 Series Number 9 UK Release Date 2002-05-31 AU Release Date 2002-05-31 NZ Release Date 2002-05-31 US Release Date 2002-05-31 DEWEY 612.82 Illustrations 6 halftones, 9 line illustrations Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:8303138;

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