“The job of the linguist, like that of the biologist or the botanist, is not to tell us how nature should behave, or what its creations should look like, but to describe those creations in all their messy glory and try to figure out what they can teach us about life, the world, and, especially in the case of linguistics, the workings of the human mind.”
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In the Land of Invented Languages: Esperanto Rock Stars, Klingon Poets, Loglan Lovers, and the Mad Dreamers Who Tried to Build A Perfect Language
In this comprehensive exploration, the book delves into the history and cultural impact of various artificial languages. It profiles individuals who have dedicated their lives to developing these languages, from Esperanto enthusiasts to fans of Star Trek's Klingon. The narrative also examines the social and linguistic implications of these constructed languages, offering a unique perspective on human creativity and communication. more
Author
Arika Okrent
Arika Okrent is an American poet whose work has been showcased in various literary magazines and anthologies. The precise dates of her birth and death are unknown, but her poetry has made a lasting impression on the literary world. more
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