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Sign Language Archaeology

Understanding the Historical Roots of American Sign Language

Authors

Ted Supalla
Patricia Clark

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296 pages
11 hours of reading

Linguistics

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Focusing on the origins and evolution of American Sign Language, this study explores its development from French Sign Language. It delves into the word formation processes of ASL, supported by historical data from 19th and early 20th century dictionaries, providing insights into the linguistic and cultural influences that shaped the language.