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The Cultural Origins Of Human Cognition
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Ambitious And Elegant, This Book Builds A Bridge Between Evolutionary Theory And Cultural Psychology. Michael Tomasello Is One Of The Very Few People To Have Done Systematic Research On The Cognitive Capacities Of Both Nonhuman Primates And Human Children. The Cultural Origins Of Human Cognition Identifies What The Differences Are, And Suggests Where They Might Have Come From.Tomasello Argues That The Roots Of The Human Capacity For Symbolbased Culture, And The Kind Of Psychological Development That Takes Place Within It, Are Based In A Cluster Of Uniquely Human Cognitive Capacities That Emerge Early In Human Ontogeny. These Include Capacities For Sharing Attention With Other Persons; For Understanding That Others Have Intentions Of Their Own; And For Imitating, Not Just What Someone Else Does, But What Someone Else Has Intended To Do. In His Discussions Of Language, Symbolic Representation, And Cognitive Development, Tomasello Describes With Authority And Ingenuity The Ratchet Effect Of These Capacities Working Over Evolutionary And Historical Time To Create The Kind Of Cultural Artifacts And Settings Within Which Each New Generation Of Children Develops. He Also Proposes A Novel Hypothesis, Based On Processes Of Social Cognition And Cultural Evolution, About What Makes The Cognitive Representations Of Humans Different From Those Of Other Primates.Lucid, Erudite, And Passionate, The Cultural Origins Of Human Cognition Will Be Essential Reading For Developmental Psychology, Animal Behavior, And Cultural Psychology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Cultural Origins of Human Cognition' about? A: This book explores the connection between evolutionary theory and cultural psychology, focusing on how human cognitive capacities differ from those of nonhuman primates and the origins of symbol-based culture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Michael Tomasello, a prominent researcher known for his work on the cognitive abilities of both nonhuman primates and human children.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the development of cognitive capacities in humans, the role of social cognition and cultural evolution, and the implications for understanding language and symbolic representation.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format and consists of 256 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Cultural Origins of Human Cognition' published? A: The book was published on March 2, 2001.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in psychology? A: While the book is insightful, it is recommended for readers with some background in psychology, as it delves into complex themes regarding cognitive development and evolutionary theory.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: Does this book have any specific features? A: Yes, it includes detailed discussions on cognitive development and the unique capacities that contribute to human culture.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding developmental psychology? A: Yes, it offers valuable insights that are essential for anyone studying developmental psychology, animal behavior, and cultural psychology.
- Q: Is there an edition of this book that is different from the original? A: Yes, this listing is for the reprint edition, which may include updated information or revisions.