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Re: Jabbering !
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From: Mark M. Mills
To: memetics@mmu.ac.uk
Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2000 5:58 PM
Subject: Re: Jabbering !
This brings the scientists closer to the theory that all languages originate
out of one primeval language. >>
Kenneth,
I'm not sure I see why this work suggests the 'all language originates out of one primeval language.' Where would the 'primeval language' originate?
It seems more sensible to consider the jabbering to be similar to arm and leg flexing, another popular activity for babies. In the evolutionary context, practicing 'na-na' or 'ta-ta' seems equally useful for alarm screams as saying 'ma-ma'.
Any idea why a 'primeval language' should be involved? Maybe I misunderstand your use of the term.
Mark
<< Don' t shoot me, I am only the piano-player !!
I found the article in a magazine, I translated it and have put it on the list.
So, if you want more explanation...I can' t really help you, but that doesn' t
mean that I don' t want to discuss the matter with you.
Do have one of the members more bright ideas about the subject !?
Is there an American list-member who has more insight in what the scientists
mean !? Perhaps the full rapport !?
It would help us here !!
Mark, sorry for the misunderstanding, but we will drain this subject to its
lees !
Regards,
Kenneth
(I am, because we are)
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