Language in Motion
Exploring the Nature of Sign
Will be published approx. on 7. February 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-1-56368-582-8 (ISBN)
Description
Language in Motion is the definitive introduction to American Sign Language (ASL). Beginning with a look at the history of sign languages, Jerome D. Schein and David A. Stewart go on to offer a lively exploration of the structure of ASL - with helpful appendices on popular topics such as fingerspelling, manual alphabets, and written notation systems for signs - and assessments of larger issues in signing and deaf communities, such as the academic offshoots of artificial sign systems and their value to young deaf children.
Reviews / Votes
"Schein and Stewart capture the essence, beauty, and practicality of sign language. Comprehensive and well-documented, this work complements sign language dictionaries. It can be enjoyed on various levels regardless of one's signing skill." (Library Journal)"More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Washington, DC
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
2 tables, 227 sign illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
340 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-56368-582-8 (9781563685828)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
E-Book
01/2011
Gallaudet University Press
€96.49
Available for download
Person
Jerome D. Schein was professor emeritus of sensory rehabilitation at New York University, adjunct professor of education at the University of Alberta, and a consultant in Coconut Creek, FL. David A. Stewart was professor in the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education at Michigan State University.