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Jaynes has this idea that language developed in Europe during the Ice Age. I guess I shouldn't be surprised that he completely ignores African cultures, given his (biased) perspective. He also asserts that spearpoi are way more important than pottery, as if being able to carry water or store food was not a major innovation. It reminds me of my anthropology classes 30 years ago: meat and weapons. Might abandon.
— Feb 20, 2017 08:21AM
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I take issue with Jaynes' theory of memory: I don't see myself in the third person, and I do recall perceptions and sensations. However, his theory gives me insight into why some people invent experiences that never actually happened. I used to think they were lying out of some ulterior motive. Perhaps they simply don't remember what they experience and therefore create a false memory.
— Feb 14, 2017 05:55AM
