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Sign Languages in Village Communities: Anthropological and Linguistic Insights
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Why Sign Languages in Village Communities Is Important for Linguistics
Explore a unique field of language research with Sign Languages in Village Communities: Anthropological and Linguistic Insights, an essential academic resource for readers interested in sign linguistics, anthropology, and deaf studies.
This important volume examines sign languages that developed in rural communities with higher incidences of hereditary deafness. It combines anthropological research with linguistic analysis to understand how these communities communicate, socialize, and preserve their languages.
The book includes case studies and primary data from signing communities in countries such as Jamaica, India, Turkey, Thailand, and Bali. It also addresses language endangerment, documentation methods, and ethical issues surrounding minority sign languages.
Ideal for students, researchers, interpreters, educators, and anyone passionate about language diversity, this title offers rare insight into some of the world’s most fascinating signing communities.
Why You’ll Love This Book
- Unique focus on village sign languages
- Combines anthropology and linguistics
- Includes real-world case studies from multiple countries
- Valuable for research and university study
- Important resource for deaf studies and language preservation
Product Details
- Book Title: Sign Languages in Village Communities: Anthropological and Linguistic Insights
- Editors: Ulrike Zeshan, Connie de Vos
- Publisher: De Gruyter Mouton
- Category: Sign Language / Linguistics / Anthropology
- Language: English
- Pages: 420
- Publication Year: 2012
- Format: PDF & EPUB
- Delivery: Digital Download
- Compatible With: Mobile, Tablet, PC, eReader
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