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The Stuff of Thought
Language as a Window into Human Nature
Book • 2007
In *The Stuff of Thought*, Steven Pinker delves into the intricacies of language to uncover insights about human nature.
He examines how words reflect our thoughts and emotions, discussing topics such as metaphors, taboos, and the relationship between language and thought.
Pinker argues that language is a window into human nature, revealing both universal and culturally specific aspects of human cognition.
He examines how words reflect our thoughts and emotions, discussing topics such as metaphors, taboos, and the relationship between language and thought.
Pinker argues that language is a window into human nature, revealing both universal and culturally specific aspects of human cognition.
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Where the f*** do swear words come from?
