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The language hoax
Book • 2014
In 'The Language Hoax', John H. McWhorter challenges the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, which posits that language influences perception and thought.
He argues that while language reflects cultural differences, it does not fundamentally alter how people perceive the world.
McWhorter provides numerous examples to refute the idea that linguistic structures dictate cognitive processes, suggesting instead that cultural factors are more influential.
He argues that while language reflects cultural differences, it does not fundamentally alter how people perceive the world.
McWhorter provides numerous examples to refute the idea that linguistic structures dictate cognitive processes, suggesting instead that cultural factors are more influential.
