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“The fact that all normal children acquire essentially comparable grammars of great complexity with remarkable rapidity suggests that human beings are somehow specially designed to do this, with data-handling or 'hypothesis-formulating' ability of unknown character and complexity.”

Quote by Noam Chomsky

Book:The Boundaries of Babel: The Brain and the Enigma of Impossible Languages

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The Boundaries of Babel: The Brain and the Enigma of Impossible Languages

This book delves into the intricate workings of the human brain and the complexities involved in the creation and comprehension of languages that are considered impossible. It examines the cognitive barriers that prevent the development of certain linguistic features and the implications of these limitations on our understanding of language and communication. more

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Noam Chomsky, born on December 7, 1928, is a renowned linguist from the United States. His research in generative grammar and transformational grammar has had a profound impact on modern linguistics. Chomsky's academic achievements extend beyond linguistics, as he is also an active political commentator and philosopher, known for his unique perspective and profound insights. more

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