Random House Webster's Concise American Sign Language Dictionary (Paperback)

Elaine Costello

ISBN 10: 055358474X / ISBN 13: 9780553584745

Published by Random House USA Inc, NY, 2002

Paperback. A complete pocket dictionary of American Sign LanguageOver 4,500 fully illustrated, up-to-date signsFrom basic hand shapes to fully illustrated and described signs, Random House Webster's Concise American Sign Language Dictionary offers a comprehensive and up-to-date treasury of signs. Whether you are a novice seeking "survival signs" for basic communication or an experienced user fluent in ASL and looking to enlarge your vocabulary, you cannot find a more complete, easy-to-use sign language dictionary.This authoritative reference includes-. Over 4,500 signs - more than other ASL pocket dictionaries. Detailed full-torso illustrations. Precise, easy-to-follow instructions for performing each sign. Signs for new and technical terms. Hints for remembering signs. And much more From basic hand shapes to fully illustrated and described signs, this dictionary offers a comprehensive and up-to-date treasury of signs. Featuring 4,500 signs in an easy-to-use format, this dictionary is ideal for both novices and experienced signers. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780553584745

Synopsis:

A complete pocket dictionary of American Sign Language

Over 4,500 fully illustrated, up-to-date signs

From basic hand shapes to fully illustrated and described signs, Random House Webster’s Concise American Sign Language Dictionary offers a comprehensive and up-to-date treasury of signs. Whether you are a novice seeking “survival signs” for basic communication or an experienced user fluent in ASL and looking to enlarge your vocabulary, you cannot find a more complete, easy-to-use sign language dictionary.

This authoritative reference includes:

• Over 4,500 signs — more than other ASL pocket dictionaries
• Detailed full-torso illustrations
• Precise, easy-to-follow instructions for performing each sign
• Signs for new and technical terms
• Hints for remembering signs
• And much more

About the Author: Elaine Costello, PhD, was a longtime educator and author in the field of deafness. For ten years she was a classroom teacher and supervisor in schools for the deaf. She also served as the director and editor in chief of the Gallaudet College Press at Gallaudet College in Washington, D.C., the world's only liberal arts college for the deaf.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Random House Webster's Concise American Sign...
Publisher: Random House USA Inc, NY
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new
Edition: 1st Edition