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The ape that spoke

by John McCrone

This work examines the biological evolution of self-consciousness and the human mind. It explores the relationship between language and cognitive development, arguing that higher mental functions are language-driven abilities derived from biological origins.

Accession 6601 ISBN 0330319108 Publisher Pan
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