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In The Language Instinct, Steven Pinker presents the revolutionary idea that humans are born with an innate capacity for language. Drawing from linguistics, psychology, and cognitive science, Pinker explores how children acquire language, the biological basis of language, and its evolutionary origins. This book is essential for anyone interested in linguistics, cognitive science, and the mysteries of the human mind.
You Will Learn
- The theory that language is an instinctive ability of the human brain.
- How children acquire language naturally and effortlessly.
- The biological and evolutionary roots of language.
- The cognitive mechanisms behind language production and comprehension.
- How language shapes human thought and culture.
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The Language Instinct (English)
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Kavita Shah –
“A highly informative and entertaining book. Pinker combines solid research with fascinating real-world examples.”
Siddharth Bajaj –
“Pinker’s theories on language and evolution are truly mind-expanding. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in how we communicate.”
Tanisha Rao –
“Even if you’re not into linguistics, this book will change the way you think about language. It’s incredibly well-written and engaging.”
Gautam Trivedi –
“An insightful book that bridges psychology, linguistics, and neuroscience. The way Pinker explains language acquisition in children is especially brilliant!”
Reema Ghosh –
“Pinker’s arguments about the evolutionary basis of language are fascinating. His examples make complex topics easy to understand.”
Arjun Menon –
This book gave me a new appreciation for the complexity of language and its origins.
Arjun Menon –
“This book gave me a new appreciation for the complexity of language and its origins. Pinker makes linguistics accessible to all!”
Manoj Saxena –
“I was skeptical at first, but Pinker presents such a compelling case that I couldn’t put the book down. A must-read for linguistics and psychology enthusiasts!”
Swati Kulkarni –
“A fascinating read that argues convincingly that language is an innate ability. The book is full of interesting anecdotes and research findings.”
Harish Banerjee –
“Pinker’s insights into the genetic and evolutionary aspects of language are groundbreaking. This book completely changed how I think about communication!”
Aditi Malhotra –
“The perfect book for language lovers! Pinker’s ability to mix scientific rigor with humor makes this book highly enjoyable.”
Rohit Verma –
A must-read for anyone curious about language, cognition, and human evolution. Pinker’s ideas challenge traditional notions about how we communicate
Rohit Verma –
A must-read for anyone curious about language, cognition, and human evolution. Pinker’s ideas challenge traditional notions about how we communicate.
Rohit Verma –
“A must-read for anyone curious about language, cognition, and human evolution. Pinker’s ideas challenge traditional notions about how we communicate.”
Priya Reddy –
“A fantastic deep dive into how the human brain is naturally wired for language. Pinker explains everything with clarity and wit.”
Sandeep Nair –
“An excellent book that makes linguistics accessible to everyone. The section on how children acquire language was particularly fascinating.”
Neha Choudhary –
I loved how this book blends neuroscience, psychology, and linguistics to explain why humans are wired for language.
Neha Choudhary –
“I loved how this book blends neuroscience, psychology, and linguistics to explain why humans are wired for language. Truly eye-opening!”
Rahul Iyer –
“The way Pinker breaks down complex linguistic theories into easy-to-understand concepts is remarkable. A great book for both beginners and experts in the field.”
Sanya Mehta –
“Pinker’s writing is engaging and informative. His arguments about the biological basis of language are compelling and well-supported by research.”
Aarav Kapoor –
An absolutely fascinating book! Pinker explains how language is an innate ability, not just a learned skill. A must-read for anyone interested in linguistics
Aarav Kapoor –
“An absolutely fascinating book! Pinker explains how language is an innate ability, not just a learned skill. A must-read for anyone interested in linguistics.”