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Synopsis
The Handbook of Biolinguistics, Part 1: The Structures and Processes of Expression with General Introduction to Biolinguistics is a comprehensive guide to the study of language and the biological basis of language acquisition and processing. Written by Clarence Linton Meader, this book covers a wide range of topics related to the field of biolinguistics, including the structure and function of the brain, the genetics of language, and the evolution of language.Part 1 of the book focuses specifically on the structures and processes involved in language expression, including the syntax, semantics, and pragmatics of language. It explores the ways in which language is acquired and processed by the brain, and how these processes are influenced by biological factors such as genetics and environmental factors such as language exposure.The book also includes a general introduction to the field of biolinguistics, providing readers with a broad overview of the key concepts and theories that underpin the study of language and the brain. It discusses the historical development of biolinguistics as a field of study, and outlines some of the major research questions and challenges that remain to be addressed.Overall, the Handbook of Biolinguistics, Part 1 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the biological basis of language and the ways in which language is acquired and processed by the brain. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field of biolinguistics, and offers insights into some of the most pressing questions and challenges facing researchers in this area.Additional Contributor Is Herbert C. Weller.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.