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194 - Daniel Dennett: Consciousness, Free Will, and the Evolution of Minds

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The Evolution of Language and Mind

The chapter delves into the origin, acquisition, and complexity of language in the context of human evolution. It explores the cognitive and physical aspects of language, emphasizing the importance of phonemes and the impact of memes on language evolution. The discussion extends to the relationship between cultural evolution, biological fitness, education, and the development of music and language in human civilization.

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