The Linguistics of British Sign Language: An Introduction - Softcover

Sutton-Spence, Rachel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 052163718X ISBN 13: 9780521637183

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1999

Synopsis

This is the first detailed explanation of the way British Sign Language works and is the product of many years' experience of research and teaching sign linguistics to deaf and hearing people. It assumes no previous knowledge of linguistics or sign language, and is not structured around traditional headings such as phonology, morphology and syntax. Instead it is set out in such a way as to help learners and their teachers understand the linguistic principles behind the language. There are sections on BSL grammar and also on the use of BSL, including social acceptability in signing, variation, and poetry and humour in BSL. Technical terms and linguistic jargon are kept to a minimum, and the text contains many examples from English, BSL, and other spoken and sign languages. The book is amply illustrated and contains exercises, as well as a reading list for further study. An accompanying 90-minute DVD is available from Talk With Sign Books. To find out more, visit http://www.talkwithsign.com/linguistics-british-sign-language-p-741.html.

About this title

Book Description

This is the first British textbook dealing solely with sign linguistics. It provides essential support for learners of British Sign Language and others interested in the structure and use of BSL and assumes no previous knowledge of linguistics and sign language. Technical terms and jargon are kept to a minimum. An accompanying 90-minute video is available from CACDP, Durham University Science Park, Block 4, Mountjoy Research Centre, Stockton Road, Durham, DH1 3UZ. Tel: 0191 383 1155, or e-mail: durham@cacdp.demon.co.uk

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 052163718X
• ISBN 13: 9780521637183
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 324