Universal Indian Sign Language Of The Plains Indians Of North America (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169228283)

The book ""Universal Indian Sign Language Of The Plains Indians Of North America"" by William Tomkins is a comprehensive guide to the sign language used by the Plains Indians of North America. The book provides a detailed description of the signs used by these tribes, including their meanings and usage in different contexts. The author has gathered information from various sources, including interviews with Native American elders and historical records, to create a comprehensive and accurate guide to this unique language. The book is organized into chapters that cover different topics, such as hunting, warfare, and social interactions, and includes illustrations of the signs discussed. The author also provides insights into the cultural and historical context of the sign language, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture. Overall, ""Universal Indian Sign Language Of The Plains Indians Of North America"" is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on a little-known aspect of Native American life and language.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 Tomkins
ISBN-10: 1169228283
ISBN-13: 9781169228283
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 82
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d