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The Language Animal: The Full Shape of the Human Linguistic Capacity,Used
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We have been given a powerful and often uplifting vision of what it is to be truly human. John Cottingham, The TabletIn seminal works ranging from Sources of the Self to A Secular Age, Charles Taylor has shown how we create possible ways of being, both as individuals and as a society. In his new book setting forth decades of thought, he demonstrates that language is at the center of this generative process.For centuries, philosophers have been divided on the nature of language. Those in the rational empiricist traditionHobbes, Locke, Condillac, and their heirsassert that language is a tool that human beings developed to encode and communicate information. In The Language Animal, Taylor explains that this view neglects the crucial role language plays in shaping the very thought it purports to express. Language does not merely describe; it constitutes meaning and fundamentally shapes human experience. The human linguistic capacity is not something we innately possess. We first learn language from others, and, inducted into the shared practice of speech, our individual selves emerge out of the conversation.Taylor expands the thinking of the German Romantics Hamann, Herder, and Humboldt into a theory of linguistic holism. Language is intellectual, but it is also enacted in artistic portrayals, gestures, tones of voice, metaphors, and the shifts of emphasis and attitude that accompany speech. Human language recognizes no boundary between mind and body. In illuminating the full capacity of the language animal, Taylor sheds light on the very question of what it is to be a human being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Language Animal'? A: The main theme of 'The Language Animal' revolves around the idea that language is central to what it means to be human. Charles Taylor argues that language not only communicates ideas but also shapes our thoughts and experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Language Animal'? A: The author of 'The Language Animal' is Charles Taylor, a renowned philosopher known for his works on language, identity, and social theory.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Language Animal'? A: The publication date of 'The Language Animal' is March 14, 2016.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in a hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Language Animal' have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: Is 'The Language Animal' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Language Animal' is suitable for academic study, particularly in fields such as philosophy, linguistics, and cultural studies due to its in-depth exploration of language and human experience.
- Q: What edition of 'The Language Animal' is available? A: The available edition of 'The Language Animal' is the First Edition.
- Q: What are some key concepts discussed in 'The Language Animal'? A: Key concepts in 'The Language Animal' include linguistic holism, the role of language in shaping thought, and the relationship between language, culture, and individual identity.
- Q: Can 'The Language Animal' help in understanding the philosophy of language? A: Yes, 'The Language Animal' provides valuable insights into the philosophy of language by examining how language influences human understanding and social practices.
- Q: Is 'The Language Animal' a good read for non-philosophers? A: While 'The Language Animal' is a philosophical text, it is written in an accessible manner and can be engaging for non-philosophers interested in the relationship between language and human experience.