American Sign Language Dictionary, Third Edition
American Sign Language Dictionary, Third Edition by Martin L.A. Sternberg is a comprehensive resource published by Harper Perennial on November 4, 1998. This revised abridged edition contains 800 pages and is presented in English. It serves as a vital reference for anyone interested in learning American Sign Language (ASL), offering a structured approach to mastering communication through signs.
Readers will find that this dictionary includes over 5,000 signs accompanied by 8,000 illustrations, providing clear and detailed instructions for each sign. It is designed for a wide audience, including parents, instructors, and students, making it an essential tool for effective communication in ASL. This edition emphasizes accessibility and clarity, ensuring that users can easily navigate and understand the intricacies of sign language.
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“An abridged edition of ‘the most comprehensive and clearly written dictionary of sign language ever published.’” — Los Angeles Times
Deaf since the age of seven, Martin L. A. Sternberg, Ed.D., spent most of his career working with deaf people. Inspired by his sign language teacher at Gallaudet University in Washington, DC, he devised this vital reference to help anyone learn to speak with their hands.
A must for parents, instructors, and students, American Sign Language Dictionary includes everything you need to know to communicate clearly using ASL. This illustrated abridgment of the most authoritative reference book on sign language features more than 5,000 signs and 8,000 illustrations, as well as clear, detailed instructions to help you master each sign.
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