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Book Overview American Indian nations of the Great Plains and cultural groups bordering this geographic area spoke so many different languages that ver...
American Indian nations of the Great Plains and cultural groups bordering this geographic area spoke so many different languages that verbal communication between them was difficult. As extensive trade networks developed and political alliances became necessary, an elegant language of the hands developed that cut across spoken language barriers. Though now endangered, this sign language continues to serve a vital role in traditional storytelling, rituals, legends, prayers, conversational narratives, and as a primary language of American Indians who are deaf. This volume contains the most current descriptions of all levels of the language from phonology to discourse, as well as comparisons with other sign languages. This is the first work of its kind to be produced in more than a century, and is intended for students of sign language as well as those wishing to learn more about American Indian languages and cultures.
Book Details Format: Paperback | Pages: 274 | Language: English | Publisher: CAMBRIDGE | ISBN: 0521690307
FormatPaperback
Pages274
LanguageEnglish
ISBN0521690307
EAN9780521690300
PublisherCAMBRIDGE
Publication Date1970-01-01
EditionIllustrated
AccessoriesNo Accessory
ConditionNew
Product TypeQUALITY PAPERBACK BOOKS
Weight1.01 Pounds
Length8.9 Inches
Width6.0 Inches
Height0.5 Inches
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