Through the Language Glass. Book Summary

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Guy Deutscher

What’s inside

This book explores the intricate relationship between language, culture, and perception. Deutscher examines how our mother tongue can shape the way we think and see the world.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the influence of language on thought
  • Exploring the diversity of linguistic structures
  • Gaining insights into the relationship between language and culture
  • Challenging common perceptions about language universals

Key Points

  • Does Our Language Shape How We Think?
  • Color Perception Across Different Cultures
  • Linguistic Relativity: The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis
  • Gendered Languages and Gender Perception
  • The Direction of Time in Different Languages
  • Language, Thought, and Reality
  • Evolution of Language and its Impact on Culture

Who’s it For

  • Linguists
  • Psychologists
  • Language Enthusiasts
  • Anthropologists
  • Cultural Studies Researchers

About the author

Guy Deutscher is a renowned linguist and author, known for his accessible writing on the subjects of language and culture.