The Indian Sign Language (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163428801)

The Indian Sign Language is a comprehensive guide to the sign language used by Native American tribes across North America. Written by William P. Clark, an expert in Native American languages and culture, the book provides a detailed overview of the history, grammar, and vocabulary of Indian Sign Language. The author draws on his extensive research and personal experience to offer insights into the unique features of this complex and fascinating language. The book includes hundreds of illustrations and photographs, as well as a wealth of practical information for anyone interested in learning or teaching Indian Sign Language. Whether you are a linguist, historian, anthropologist, or simply curious about Native American culture, this book is an essential resource for understanding the rich and diverse heritage of the indigenous peoples of North America.With Brief Explanatory Notes Of The Gestures Taught Deaf-Mutes In Our Institutions For Their Instruction And A Description Of Some Of The Peculiar Laws, Customs, Myths, Superstitions, Ways Of Living, Code Of Peace And War Signals Of Our Aborigines.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William P. Clark
ISBN-10: 1163428809
ISBN-13: 9781163428801
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 448
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d