What Kind of Creatures Are We?

What Kind of Creatures Are We? (2015) takes you on an exhilarating journey into the depths of human consciousness, revealing how language shapes thought and defines our species. Through clear, precise explanations of groundbreaking research in linguistics and cognitive science, you'll discover why your mind can effortlessly create infinite meanings from finite elements – a unique capability that emerged suddenly in human history. 

• Linguistics students and professors seeking deeper insights into language evolution
• Philosophy enthusiasts interested in consciousness and human nature
• Fans of science curious about cognitive development and brain function

Noam Chomsky is Institute Professor Emeritus at MIT and Laureate Professor at the University of Arizona. He’s widely recognized as one of the most influential linguists and public intellectuals of the 20th century. His groundbreaking work Syntactic Structures revolutionized the field of linguistics in the 1950s, while books like Manufacturing Consent established him as a leading critic of U.S. foreign policy and media. Beyond his academic work, Chomsky has authored over 150 books and continues to be a prominent voice on issues of politics, language, and cognitive science.