The evolution of language: A comparative review

Biology and Philosophy

Volumn 20, Issue 2-3, 2005, Pages 193-203

  Fitch, W Tecumseh ^a  

^a UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS   (United Kingdom)

Author keywords

Analogy; Evolution; FOXP2; Homology; Kin selection; Language; Laryngeal descent; Mirror neurons; Semantics; Sexual selection; Speech; Syntax; Theory of mind; Vocal imitation

Indexed keywords

ANIMALIA; AVES; CETACEA;

EID: 33745281925     PISSN: 01693867     EISSN: 15728404     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1007/s10539-005-5597-1     Document Type: Review

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