The Neuroscience of Language

'Jonathan Peelle presents the big picture – methods, anatomy, history, linguistics, cognition – in clear, accessible language. Comprehensive, up-to-date, historically accurate, intuitively explained, and richly illustrated, this book is ideally suited not only as a college textbook but also for anyone wishing to stay abreast in this fast-evolving interdisciplinary field.' Ralf Thiede, University of North Carolina at Charlotte 'This book provides an excellent overview of the current state of knowledge on the neurological basis of language. It is written with clarity and in an engaging manner which makes it accessible to anyone who is interested in how we produce and comprehend language with such ease that we rarely consider how the brain accomplishes this complex and uniquely human function.' Samuel Rosenthall, Oakland University 'This book is a gem in the neuroscience of language literature, written by a well-known expert. Ten accessible and expertly organized chapters cover history, methods, anatomy, auditory processing, speech recognition, comprehension, and production, culminating in a holistic view of language as a dynamic brain function. Memory hooks, relatable scenarios, and striking visuals make it a captivating and highly informative read.' Cathy J. Price, University College London