Selective Forces at Work.

Shanker, S. G.

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Publication Date: 1991

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Selective Forces at Work.

Shanker, S. G.

Language and Communication, v11 n1-2 p89-91 1991

Responds to a previous article suggesting that the grammatical mode of communication arose via natural selection. It is suggested that the greatest challenge posed by this theory is the evolution of a new approach to the origin of language. (JL)

Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Diachronic Linguistics, Grammar, Language Universals, Linguistic Theory

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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