The Origin of Language

The Professor Emerita at the University of Sydney presents a groundbreaking perspective on the origins of language, emphasizing the role of early human childcare in its development. Drawing on the latest scientific research, Madeleine Beekman explores how our molecular biology and social needs fostered the creation of language, highlighting the importance of cooperation and care. Engaging and insightful, the book offers a new understanding of how a culture of collaboration has fundamentally shaped human history.