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Roots of language was originally published in 1981 by Karoma Press (Ann Arbor). It was the first work to systematically develop a theory first suggested by Coelho in the late nineteenth century: that the creation of creole languages somehow reflected universal properties of language. The book also proposed that the same set of properties would be found to emerge in normal firstlanguage acquisition and must have emerged in the original evolution of language. These proposals, some of which were elaborated in an article in Behavioral and Brain Sciences (1984), were immediately controversial and gave rise to a great deal of subsequent research in creoles, much of it aimed at rebutting the theory. The book also served to legitimize and stimulate research in language evolution, a topic regarded as offlimits by linguists for over a century.
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- Q: What is 'Roots of Language' about? A: 'Roots of Language' explores the theory that the creation of creole languages reflects universal properties of language, proposing connections to first-language acquisition and the evolution of language.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Roots of Language'? A: The author of 'Roots of Language' is Derek Bickerton, a well-regarded linguist known for his work on language evolution and creole languages.
- Q: When was 'Roots of Language' published? A: 'Roots of Language' was originally published in 1981 by Karoma Press.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Roots of Language' have? A: 'Roots of Language' has a hardcover binding, which provides durability and a more premium feel compared to paperback editions.
- Q: How many pages does 'Roots of Language' have? A: 'Roots of Language' contains 351 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'Roots of Language'? A: Yes, 'Roots of Language' is noted as the 'First Edition', which may be of interest to collectors or those seeking the original work.
- Q: What are the main features of this book? A: The main feature of 'Roots of Language' is its systematic development of a theory regarding creole languages and their relation to universal language properties.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, 'Roots of Language' is suitable for academic use, particularly for studies in linguistics, language evolution, and creole studies.
- Q: What impact did 'Roots of Language' have on linguistic research? A: 'Roots of Language' sparked controversy and stimulated significant research in language evolution and creole studies, challenging previous assumptions in the field.