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The Stuff of Thought Steven Pinker

The Stuff of Thought By Steven Pinker

The Stuff of Thought by Steven Pinker


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Analyses what words actually mean and how we use them, and reveals what this can tell us about ourselves. This work also shows how we use space and motion as metaphors for more abstract ideas, and uncovers the deeper structures of human thought that have been shaped by evolutionary history.

The Stuff of Thought Summary

The Stuff of Thought by Steven Pinker

The Stuff of Thought is an exhilarating work of non-fiction. Surprising, thought-provoking and incredibly enjoyable, there is no other book like it - Steven Pinker will revolutionise the way you think about language. He analyses what words actually mean and how we use them, and he reveals what this can tell us about ourselves. He shows how we use space and motion as metaphors for more abstract ideas, and uncovers the deeper structures of human thought that have been shaped by evolutionary history. He also explores the emotional impact of language, from names to swear words, and shows us the full power that it can have over us. And, with this book, he also shows just how stimulating and entertaining language can be.

The Stuff of Thought Reviews

Pinker is a star, and the world of science is lucky to have him. Richard Dawkins

About Steven Pinker

Steven Pinker is the Johnstone Family Professor in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University. Until 2003, he taught in the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at MIT. He conducts research on language and cognition, writes for publications such as The New York Times, Time and Slate, and is the author of six books, including The Language Instinct, How the Mind Works and The Blank Slate.

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GOR007042748
9780713997415
0713997419
The Stuff of Thought by Steven Pinker
Used - Like New
Hardback
Penguin Books Ltd
2007-09-27
512
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The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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