Verbal Behavior (book)

"Verbal Behavior" by B.F. Skinner is a pioneering book that analyzes language as a form of behavior, similar to actions like walking or eating, that is learned through interaction with the environment. Skinner explains how words and sentences are influenced by previous responses and the consequences that follow them. He proposes that language develops through patterns of reinforcement and association, emphasizing the importance of context and purpose in communication. The book shifts focus from language as an innate ability to viewing it as learned behavior, offering a scientific framework for understanding how humans acquire and use language.