Sign Language and Linguistic Universals

Wendy Sandler And Dianne Lillo-Martin

The differing nature of sign language when compared to speech has challenged many previously held beliefs about the nature of language. In this pioneering work, the authors ask whether any of the established universal properties of human spoken languages exist within signed languages. They examine morphology, phonology, syntax and modality, and reveal both universal and non-universal aspects to the structure of signed languages. The findings are presented together with numerous illustrations to ensure accessibility. Approx. Paperback 400 pages Jan 2006

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