The Language Game
The Language Game overturns established thought, showing how our language derives from the chaos of improvisation rather than from a built-in grammar or language instinct. Drawing on wonderfully entertaining and persuasive examples from across the world, it explains how culture has evolved, and what this means in a future of globalisation, fake news and AI. "Marvellously clear... playfully persuasive" —...Paperback$4000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeksIt's On You
Two leading academics explain where behavioural science went wrong and argue we should stop blaming personal failure for society's ills. 'A stirring call to action' - TIM HARFORD 'A masterclass' - DARON ACEMOGLU 'An excellent book' - NASSIM NICHOLAS TALEB Two decades ago, behavioural economics burst from academia to the halls of power on both sides of the Atlantic, with...PaperbackSold OutThe Language Game
What is language? Why do we have it? Where does it come from? Why does that matter? The Language Game draws on a fascinating range of examples to show the way language works, has shaped our evolution, and is critical to our future. "Marvellously clear... playfully persuasive" — Richard Dawkins "Full of fascinating details. A delight to read." — Tim...PaperbackSold Out