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“Humans are ingenious at sniffing out minor differences to figure out whom they should despise.”

Quote by Steven Pinker

Book:The Language Instinct: How the Mind Creates Language

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The Language Instinct: How the Mind Creates Language

This book delves into the fascinating subject of language, examining how humans have developed the ability to create and use language. It explores the biological and cognitive aspects of language, discussing theories and evidence regarding the evolution of language skills in humans. more

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Steven Pinker is a renowned cognitive psychologist, linguist, and author. His research focuses on language, cognition, and human behavior, particularly the relationship between language and thought. Pinker is known for his in-depth research on the evolution of language and his contributions to the field of cognitive science. more

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