Derived Embodiment in Abstract Language

by Theresa Schilhab

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How does knowledge of phenomena and events we have no direct experiences of emerge? Having a brain that learns from being in the world, how can we conceive of prehistoric dinosaurs, Atlantis, unicorns or even 'desire'? This book is about how abstract knowledge becomes anchored in direct experiences through well-formed conversations.

Within the framework of evolutionary biology and through the lens of contemporary studies in cognitive science,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:3319858165

ISBN13:9783319858166

Release Date:July 2018

Publisher:Springer

Length:242 Pages

Weight:0.80 lbs.

Dimensions:0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"

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