Format:
1 Online-Ressource (xii, 209 Seiten) :
,
Illustrationen.
ISBN:
978-1-108-86816-7
Content:
Did Neanderthals have language, and if so, what was it like? Scientists agree overall that the behaviour and cognition of Neanderthals resemble that of early modern humans in important ways. However, the existence and nature of Neanderthal language remains a controversial topic. The first in-depth treatment of this intriguing subject, this book comes to the unique conclusion that, collective hunting is a better window on Neanderthal language than other behaviours. It argues that Neanderthal hunters employed linguistic signs akin to those of modern language, but lacked complex grammar. Rudolf Botha unpacks and appraises important inferences drawn by researchers working in relevant branches of archaeology and other prehistorical fields, and uses a large range of multidisciplinary literature to bolster his arguments. An important contribution to this lively field, this book will become a landmark book for students and scholars alike, in essence, illuminating Neanderthals' linguistic powers
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe, Hardcover ISBN 978-1-108-49132-7
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe, Paperback ISBN 978-1-108-81184-2
Language:
English
Subjects:
Comparative Studies. Non-European Languages/Literatures
Keywords:
Neandertaler
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Sprachkompetenz
;
Historische Sprachwissenschaft
DOI:
10.1017/9781108868167
URL:
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