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#1017 Erica Cartmill: The Evolution of Ape Gestures and Human Language

The Dissenter

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Ape Gestures and Human Language: Unpacking Communication

This chapter explores the intricate similarities and differences between ape gestures and human language, focusing on the context-dependent meanings of these gestures. It highlights the challenges researchers face in interpreting ape communication, emphasizing the impact of methodology on understanding the complexity of gestures. Through various examples, the chapter discusses how both apes and humans utilize gestures strategically to convey meaning and achieve social goals.

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