Description: This is first comprehensive introduction to the linguistics of Auslan, the sign language of Australia. Assuming no prior background in language study, it explores each key aspect of the structure of Auslan, providing an accessible overview of its grammar (how sentences are structured), phonology (the building blocks of signs), morphology (the structure of signs), lexicon (vocabulary), semantics (how meaning is created), and discourse (how Auslan is used in context). The authors also discuss a range of myths and misunderstandings about sign languages, provide an insight into the history and development of Auslan, and show how Auslan is related to other sign languages, such as those used in Britain, the USA and New Zealand. Complete with clear illustrations of the signs in use and useful further reading lists, this is an ideal resource for anyone interested in Auslan, as well as those seeking a clear, general introduction to sign language linguistics.
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EAN: 9780521540568
UPC: 9780521540568
ISBN: 9780521540568
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Book Title: Australian Sign Language (Auslan): An Introduction
Number of Pages: 332 Pages
Publication Name: Australian Sign Language: Auslan : an Introduction to Sign Language Linguistics
Language: English
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Subject: Oceanic & Australian Languages, Sign Language
Publication Year: 2007
Item Height: 0.8 in
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 17.6 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Trevor Johnston, Adam Schembri
Subject Area: Foreign Language Study, Language Arts & Disciplines
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Perfect
