The Origin of Language

Tracing the Evolution of the Mother Tongue

Autor*innen

• Merritt Ruhlen

Parameter

• 320 Seiten
• 12 Lesestunden

• Biologie
• Geschichte
• Naturwissenschaften
• Sachliteratur
• Wissenschaft

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Focusing on linguistic genetic classification, this book presents an accessible exploration of language evolution, distinguishing languages into families based on shared origins. The author illustrates this process using basic vocabulary comparisons and delves into the concept of "macro-families," which are often debated yet intriguing. Additionally, the text integrates insights from anthropology, archaeology, and human genetics, enriching the discussion around language development and its historical context.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2023
• Einband: Hardcover