Kilito, Abdelfattah
The Tongue of Adam
- ISBN 13:
- 9781850773122
- author:
- Kilito, Abdelfattah
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Darf Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 128
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Language Arts, Linguistics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Tongue of Adam by Abdelfattah Kilito is a thought-provoking exploration of humankind's multilingualism. Drawing from a wide range of sources, including ancient commentators and esoteric speculations, the author weaves together a narrative that reveals the mysterious rise of language in human society. From the Koran to Walter Benjamin, and from Herodotus to other thinkers, Kilito examines the complex history of language, tracing its evolution over time. This nimble book offers a fresh perspective on the subject, shedding light on the ways in which language has shaped our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. With 128 pages of insightful analysis, The Tongue of Adam is a valuable resource for anyone interested in linguistics, reference works, or the study of words and language.
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