The Generosity of Artificial Languages

Author(s):
Staal, F.
Published
2007
Publication type
Article / Letter to editor

Abstract

A revolution in language heralded the birth of modern science. Latin was replaced by formal languages, such as algebra, born of artificial notations and practical devices like new numerals. Frits Staal argues that some of the roots of that revolution lie in Asia.

Linguistics
Date issued
2007
Language
English
Publisher
IIAS, Leiden
hdl
1887/12527