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Harnessed : how language and music mimicked nature and transformed ape to man
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Harnessed : how language and music mimicked nature and transformed ape to man

by Mark Changizi

This study explores the theory that human speech and music mimic natural sounds to harness biological systems evolved to interpret the environment. It suggests these forms of communication utilise existing neural pathways rather than being independent evolutionary adaptations.

Accession 7527 ISBN 9781935618539 Publisher Benbella Books
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