{"title":"Series: Dictionary of Gestures","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the \u003cem\u003eDictionary of Gestures\u003c\/em\u003e series, a captivating collection that delves into the expressive world of body language and signification. These books serve as essential resources for anyone eager to enhance their understanding of non-verbal communication, whether for personal growth, academic study, or professional development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach volume in the \u003cem\u003eDictionary of Gestures\u003c\/em\u003e series meticulously documents the subtle nuances and cultural variations of gestures from around the globe. With clear illustrations and comprehensive descriptions, these books offer invaluable insights into how movements can convey emotions, intentions, and beliefs without uttering a single word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for students, educators, and professionals alike, this series helps you navigate the intricate language of gestures, fostering a greater appreciation for the silent dialogues that occur beyond verbal interaction. Dive into this intriguing world and expand your communicative repertoire with the \u003cem\u003eDictionary of Gestures\u003c\/em\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dictionary-of-gestures-by-francois-caradec-9780262038492","title":"Dictionary of Gestures","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn illustrated guide to more than 850 gestures and their meanings around the world, from a nod of the head to a click of the heels. Gestures convey meaning with a flourish. A vigorous nod of the head, a bold jut of the chin, an enthusiastic thumbs-up—each can speak louder than words. Yet, the same gesture may have different meanings in various parts of the world. What Americans understand as the \"A-OK gesture,\" for example, serves as an obscene insult in the Arab world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDictionary of Gestures\u003c\/em\u003e is the reference book we didn't know we needed—an illustrated dictionary of 850 gestures and their meanings around the globe. It catalogues voluntary gestures made to communicate openly, distinguishing them from sign language, dance moves, involuntary \"tells,\" or secret handshakes, and explains the gesture’s significance in a variety of locations. This collection is organised by body part, from top to bottom, from head (nodding, shaking, turning) to foot (scraping, kicking, playing footsie).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe learn that \"to oscillate the head while gently throwing it back\" communicates approval in some countries, even though it resembles the head shake of disapproval used in other regions; that \"to tap a slightly inflated cheek\" can constitute an erotic invitation when accompanied by a wink; and that the middle finger, pointed in the air, signifies approval in South America. We may already know it is a grave insult in the Middle East and Asia to display the sole of one's shoe, but perhaps not that motorcyclists sometimes greet each other by raising a foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIllustrated with clever line drawings and documented with quotations from literature, \u003cem\u003eDictionary of Gestures\u003c\/em\u003e offers readers unique insights into polylingual meaning. The author, François Caradec, was a distinguished and prolific historian of literature, culture, and humorous oddities, as well as a novelist and poet. This dictionary allows readers to explore the nuanced and varied expressions of gestures around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46354694439148,"sku":"9780262038492","price":44.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7497933482281.jpg?v=1744286440"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-dictionary-of-gestures.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}