First published 1999
Why do we say "I ran" but not "I runned"? Renowned linguist Steven Pinker unlocks the intricate patterns that govern our tongue, from verb conjugation to the origins of idioms. Exploring the brain's remarkable capacity for language, "Words and Rules" is a fascinating journey into the hidden logic behind how we communicate.
Genres: science, language, non-fiction, linguistics, academic, words
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: academic
287 pages · Hardcover · Basic Books