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A new picture of language

Many Minds

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The Multimodal Evolution of Language

This chapter explores the complexities of language through its various modalities, arguing for a multimodal understanding that highlights the unique strengths of speech, body language, and graphics. It critiques traditional amodal perspectives and emphasizes the evolutionary advantages of integrating multiple communication channels. The discussion advocates for recognizing the richness of current linguistic systems, challenging simplistic views of language evolution as a linear progression.

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