From Hand to Mouth

Discover the fascinating evolution of language in Michael C. Corballis's insightful book, From Hand to Mouth, published by Princeton University Press in 2003. Spanning 272 pages, this compelling work draws on diverse fields such as anthropology, animal behavior, neurology, molecular biology, anatomy, linguistics, and evolutionary psychology. Corballis presents a convincing argument that language, as we know it today, developed from the gestures of our primate ancestors into a sophisticated signed language, complete with grammar and syntax. This book is essential for anyone interested in the origins of communication and the biological sciences. Dive into the profound connections between our evolutionary past and the complexities of human language.