Language of Light: A History of Silent Voices.
by Gerald Shea
- Used
- Very Good
- Hardcover
- Condition
- Very Good
- ISBN 10
- 0300215436
- ISBN 13
- 9780300215434
- Seller
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Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
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About This Item
Yale., 2017. Hardcover. Very Good. Language of Light: A History of Silent Voices by Gerald Shea (ISBN: 9780300215434): "Language of Light" is a meticulously researched and insightful exploration of the history of sign languages and the deaf community. Gerald Shea takes readers on a journey through time, tracing the development and evolution of sign languages from ancient civilizations to the present day. The book sheds light on the resilience and creativity of deaf individuals in their quest for communication and understanding. Shea's narrative also delves into the broader social and cultural contexts in which sign languages have thrived or faced oppression. "Language of Light" is a testament to the power of language, community, and the enduring spirit of those who have embraced sign languages as a means of expression. Crisp, clean, unread book with some shelfwear/edgewear. May have remainder marks, often with a black dot or similar mark, to the top or bottom edge of the book.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Quixotic Books (AU)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- QB01570
- Title
- Language of Light: A History of Silent Voices.
- Author
- Gerald Shea
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- ISBN 10
- 0300215436
- ISBN 13
- 9780300215434
- Publisher
- Yale.
- Date Published
- 2017
- Keywords
- Non-fiction, Linguistics, Communication, Sign language, Cultural history, Enlightening, Thought-provoking.
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About the Seller
Quixotic Books
Biblio member since 2023
Launceston, Tasmania
About Quixotic Books
Quixotic Books is an independent bookstore in Launceston (Tasmania). We specialize in titles difficult to find offered in Australia, with an emphasis on history. We also offer a Book Finder Service, where we track down books you cannot find.
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