The Language Instinct (Steven Pinker) - Folio Society 2009 (Used)

This Folio Society volume presents Steven Pinker’s foundational work on linguistics and cognitive science, The Language Instinct. The text argues that language is a human biological adaptation rather than a cultural creation, blending cognitive neurobiology with evolutionary anthropology. This edition is printed on premium paper, contains explanatory line diagrams, and features an upgraded introduction by the author.

BIBLIOGRAPHIC DETAILS

• 2009 Folio Society Edition (Second Printing).
• Hardcover cloth binding with a graphic cover design, housed in a protective cardboard slipcase.

CONDITION REPORT

• Overall Rating: Very Good (Book) / Good (Slipcase)
• Inside Text: Pages are clean, bright, and firmly bound. Free from annotations, highlighting, or ownership inscriptions.
• Book Cover: The decorated cloth boards and spine remain clean with bright cover details and sharp text.
• Slipcase: Complete and structurally intact, though showing distinct faded sections consistent and some marks from shelf storage and handling.

IN-STORE PICKUP
This book is held in our physical inventory at Campbell Town. Local buyers and those travelling the Midland Highway can select "Instore Pickup" at checkout to collect this item directly from the counter at The Book Cellar, underneath Foxhunters Return.