In Talking Hands, you journey to a remote Bedouin village in Israel where spoken words give way to a shared sign language used by both hearing and non-hearing residents. This exploration reveals how community and culture shape the way we think and express ourselves.

Through vivid storytelling, this account examines the cognitive underpinnings of language, showing how gestures bridge perception, memory and social interaction. By observing daily life, you’ll see how communication adapts to needs and forges connections across differences.

Ideal for readers fascinated by linguistics, anthropology and psychology, this book illuminates the profound ties between language and the human mind. It offers a rare window into a vibrant community and fresh perspectives on how we make meaning.

Key Themes

• Unique Bedouin sign language tradition
• Cross-modal communication strategies
• Insights into language and cognition
• Sociolinguistic and cultural context

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