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Grooming, Gossip and the Evolution of Language (Paperback)

by R.I.M. Dunbar (Author)
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  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Faber and Faber; New ed edition (20 May 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0571173977
  • ISBN-13: 978-0571173976
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 12.4 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 493,806 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Arguing that gossiping is vital to a society, and that there is no such thing as "idle" gossip, this book disputes the assumption that language developed in male-male relationships. The author believes that, on the contrary, language evolved among women, and contends that, although men are just as likely to natter as women, women gossip more about other people, thus strengthening the female-female relationships that underpin society.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended., 15 Dec 2000
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This book is really interesting and gives a fascinating insight into how networking and social 'grooming' (and I don't mean dressing presentably in public!) are not only essential but important for our personal safety and survival... look how easy it is to perpetrate crimes against, or renege on deals with, people to whom we have no loyalty ties: Dunbars' example is the taxman! Despite a tendency to reduce human existence to Machiavellian self-interest and propogation of the species, Dunbar makes some very pertinent points and shows how similar we are in many respects to our primate cousins. The true value of this book, however, lies in Dunbar's explanation for the evolution of language in our species. It is a fairly academic read and heavy going at times but well worth the effort. Highly recommended for all 'seekers' of knowledge about the human condition;  though I would suggest the childless-by-choice, and/or those with a higher sense of purpose, among us temper any ensuing existential neurosis by reading it in conjunction with The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield!
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly thought provoking and insightful, 3 Feb 2000
This book examines the origin of language in a way that helps you understand why we talk about the things we do. I have found this a useful way to help me understand behaviour of frends, family and workmates.
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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best book I've ever read...., 26 Jan 2002
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A fascinating read where the topics of animal behaviour and summaries of research meet human psychology. I'm glad it was recommended to me!!!
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