Sign Talk: An Universal Signal Code, Without Apparatus, for Use in the Army, the Navy, Camping, Hunting, and Daily Life (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ernest Thompson Seton

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266435475 ISBN 13: 9780266435471

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Speak without sound with a universal sign language that travels across languages

This edition presents an all‑purpose sign code you can use in crowded places, on long trips, or during work at sea or in the field.

It shows how gestures can express ideas quickly, clearly, and without tools. A practical guide to a true universal language, it emphasizes that signs convey meaning more than words do and can cut through language barriers.

From everyday life to high‑stakes situations, the book illustrates how this system helps people communicate when voices won’t carry. It also explains how animals respond to signs and how sign language can be learned and extended over time. The text combines concise explanations with a rich catalog of signs you can start using right away.

• Clear, practical instruction on a gesture‑based communication method that works at a distance and in distractions
• Examples ranging from daily life to bustling crowds, with notes on speed and inconspicuousness
• Guidance on building a growing, adaptable code that crosses spoken languages
• Insights into teaching signs for human and animal communication

Ideal for travelers, campers, military and maritime professionals, and anyone who wants a portable, nonverbal way to express ideas.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266435475
• ISBN 13: 9780266435471
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 294