The language organ
Stephen R. Anderson
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The language organ
Published
2002
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
285
ISBN-13
9781280419447
Description
Challenging and original, The Language Organ treats human language as the manifestation of a faculty of the mind, a mental organ whose nature is determined by human biology and whose functional properties should be explored just as physiology explores the functional properties of physical organs. It surveys the nature of the language faculty in its various aspects: the systems of sounds, words, and syntax, the development of language in the child and historically, and what is known about its relation to the brain. It discusses the kinds of work that can be carried out in these areas that will contribute to an understanding of the human language organ. This book will appeal to students and researchers in linguistics, and is written to be accessible to colleagues in other disciplines dealing with language as well as to readers with an interest in general science and the nature of the human mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The language organ?
This edition of The language organ has approximately 285 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The language organ?
For most readers, The language organ typically takes between 5h 56m and 3h 58m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 71,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 45m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 71,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The language organ?
The estimated word count for The language organ is approximately 71,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The language organ?
The language organ was written by Stephen R. Anderson.
When was The language organ published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.