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Pocket Dictionary of Signing: Revised and Expanded Edition
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Pocket Dictionary of Signing: Revised and Expanded Edition
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Rod R. Butterwoth
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By (author) Mickey Flodin
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:224 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 178,Width 114 |
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| Category/Genre | Sign languages, Braille and other linguistic communication |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780399517433
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| Classifications | Dewey:419.03 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Penguin Putnam Inc
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| Imprint |
TarcherPerigee
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| Publication Date |
8 June 1992 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
The simplest, most convenient alphabetized pocket guide to American Sign Language (ASL). Arranged in an easy-to-use dictionary format, this edition contains more than 600 signing entries with accompanying directions and illustrations. Inside you'll find many special highlights, including- Over 600 signs -a selection of the most commonly used phrases Detailed illustrations -- showing exact hand positions and movements Fingerspelling -- to aid in communicating words for which there are no signs Memory aids -- to assist in recalling how to form signs Special sections -- on forming numbers, letters, and constructing word endings Comprehensive Index -- of entries and their synonyms for easy cross-referencing The Pocket Dictionary of Signing is the most complete pocket guide to basic sign language -- and it's portable enough to be carried anywhere in a pocket or purse.
Author Biography
Mickey Flodin is the author of Signing Everyday Phrases, Signing for Kids, Signing is Fun, Signing Illustrated, and co-author, with Rod R. Butterworth, of The Perigee Visual Dictionary of Signing, The Pocket Dictionary of Signing, and Signing Made Easy.
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