Synopsis
Begins a definition of language. Discusses the logic of language, explains misconceptions about language and writing, pointing out that language symbolizes experience and writing symbolizes language. Shows the relationship between written and spoken language using vowels, intonation patterns, and distribution patterns. Features Dr. Henry Lee Smith of the University of Buffalo
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