The recursive mind : the origins of human language, thought, and civilization / Michael C. Corballis.

Author/creator Corballis, Michael C.
Format Book
Publication InfoPrinceton : Princeton University Press, ©2011.
Descriptionx, 291 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents What is recursion? -- Language and recursion -- Do animals have language? -- How language evolved from hand to mouth -- Reliving the past -- About time -- The grammar of time -- Mind reading -- Language and mind -- The recurring question -- Becoming human -- Becoming modern -- Final thoughts.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [253]-279) and index.
LCCN 2010043084
ISBN9780691145471 (cloth : alk. paper)
ISBN0691145474 (cloth : alk. paper)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks BF701 .C665 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold