Written as a companion to SIGNS MAKE SENSE the best-selling guide to the principles of BSL, this book is a source of understanding of Deaf culture, without which no Sign Language learner can communicate properly with Deaf people. Subjects covered are: language and cultural identity; modes of communication; community and culture; equipment; organisations; change and current issues. The text includes numerous related signs which enable students to continue increasing their Sign vocabulary.
Paperback 128 pages 1992 |