Publisher's Synopsis
""How To Talk In The Indian Sign Language"" is a comprehensive guidebook to learning the Indian Sign Language (ISL), written by Long Lance, also known as Chief Buffalo Child. The book is designed to help readers communicate effectively with Indigenous communities using ISL, a non-verbal language that has been used for centuries by various Indigenous tribes across North America. The book begins with an introduction to the history and culture of the Indigenous people, highlighting the importance of sign language as a means of communication. It then delves into the basics of the ISL, including the alphabet, numbers, and common phrases. The book also covers more advanced topics such as storytelling, poetry, and song in ISL, as well as the nuances of regional variations in the language. It includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers understand the signs and gestures, and also provides tips on how to effectively communicate with Deaf Indigenous people. Overall, ""How To Talk In The Indian Sign Language"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning about Indigenous cultures and improving their communication skills with Indigenous communities. It is a testament to the importance of preserving and celebrating Indigenous languages and traditions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.