British Sign Language for Dummies

Cover of British Sign Language for Dummies by City Lit
Author: City Lit
Year: 2008
Language: en
Edition: 1
Pages: 336
ISBN-13: 9780470694770
Dimensions:
Height: 9.200769 Inches
Length: 7.40156 Inches
Weight: 1.42 Pounds
Width: 0.799211 Inches
Dewey Decimal: 419.41
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British Sign Language for Dummies by City Lit is a comprehensive guide published by John Wiley & Sons on November 7, 2008. This 336-page book is designed to help readers learn British Sign Language (BSL) quickly and effectively. It introduces essential hand shapes and gestures necessary for communication in BSL, complemented by illustrations that depict both actions and facial expressions. The included CD-Rom features real-life BSL conversations, enhancing the learning experience.

Readers will find practical tools to become proficient in signing, starting with foundational concepts of Deaf communication and simple signs. The book progresses to cover grammar and vocabulary, enabling users to build their skills for everyday situations, from traveling to social interactions. Additionally, it offers insights into the history of the Deaf Community and their adaptations in technology and lifestyle. This edition serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning sign language and understanding Deaf culture.


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Learn British Sign Language quickly and easily with this essential guide and CD-Rom

This lively guide introduces the key hand shapes and gestures you need to communicate in British Sign Language. The illustrations depict both the actions and facial expressions used to sign accurately, while the companion CD-Rom features real-life BSL conversations in action to further your understanding. With these practical tools, you ll become an expert signer in no time!

British Sign Language For Dummies includes:

  • Starting to sign learn about Deaf communication and practise simple signs to get you going
  • Learning everyday BSL develop the grammar and vocabulary skills that are the building blocks to using British Sign Language
  • Getting out and about sign with confidence in a wide range of real-life situations, from travelling to dating
  • Looking into Deaf life learn about the history of the Deaf Community and how they ve adapted their technology and lifestyles to suit their needs

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Note: CD files are available to download when buying the eBook version

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Language: en. Pages: 336. Edition: 1.

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