How Language Made Us Human | Simon Prentis

Simon Prentis is the author of "SPEECH! How Language Made Us Human", an acclaimed exploration of human history through the lens of language. He is an experienced translator and interpreter who has worked with different cultures and languages in over fifty countries.

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