Random House Webster's Concise American Sign Language Dictionary

Name: Random House Webster's Concise American Sign Language Dictionary
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ISBN: 9780553584745

By: Dr. Elaine Costello

Illustrated By: Lois Lenderman

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Portable and convenient, this concise pocket sign language dictionary contains over 4,500 ASL signs with detailed, full-torso illustrations. Instructions for performing each sign are included, as well as new and technical signs. Part of speech, related words and related signs are also included. 516 pages, softcover.

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Title: Random House Webster's Concise American Sign Language Dictionary
By: Dr. Elaine Costello
Illustrated By: Lois Lenderman
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 528
Vendor: Random House Inc

Dimensions: 6.75 X 4.25 (inches)
Weight: 10 ounces
ISBN: 055358474X
ISBN-13: 9780553584745
Stock No: WW58474X

Publisher's Description

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A complete pocket dictionary of American Sign Language

Over 4,500 fully illustrated, up-to-date signs

From basic hand shapes to fully illustrated and described signs, Random House Webster’s Concise American Sign Language Dictionary offers a comprehensive and up-to-date treasury of signs. Whether you are a novice seeking “survival signs” for basic communication or an experienced user fluent in ASL and looking to enlarge your vocabulary, you cannot find a more complete, easy-to-use sign language dictionary.

This authoritative reference includes:

• Over 4,500 signs — more than other ASL pocket dictionaries
• Detailed full-torso illustrations
• Precise, easy-to-follow instructions for performing each sign
• Signs for new and technical terms
• Hints for remembering signs
• And much more

Author Bio

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Elaine Costello, PhD, was a longtime educator and author in the field of deafness. For ten years she was a classroom teacher and supervisor in schools for the deaf. She also served as the director and editor in chief of the Gallaudet College Press at Gallaudet College in Washington, D.C., the world's only liberal arts college for the deaf.

Editorial Reviews

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“Dr. Costello’s work establishes ASL as a major force in the future of communications for both the deaf and the hearing.”
— Richard Dysart, trustee, Gallaudet University

“This scrupulously researched book solidifies the position of American Sign Language as a rich, vibrant, living language. It is a welcome addition to the shelf of anyone interested in the wonders of ASL.”
— Lou Ann Walker, author of A Loss for Words: The Story of Deafness in a Family

Other important signing books by Elaine Costello:

Signing: How to Speak With Your Hands

Religious Signing: A Comprehensive Guide for All Faiths