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Books

Learn more about the subjects we have covered with these suggested titles.


The Lore And Language Of Schoolchildren

First published in 1959, this book is a groundbreaking work that observes and investigates the day-to-day creative intelligence and activities of schoolchildren, bringing to life the jokes, jeers, laws, games and secret spells of what has been called "the greatest of savage tribes, and the only one which shows no signs of dying out".

Author: Peter Opie

ISBN: 0940322692

Bodytalk: A World Guide To Gestures

Another of Desmond Morris's investigations into human body language. This study is concerned with more than 600 hand gestures and facial expressions from all over the world.

Author: Desmond Morris

ISBN: 0224039695

Peoplewatching: The Desmond Morris Guide To Body Language

This book is the definitive body language bible, and is a fitting tribute to one of the most thought provoking and popular scientists of his day.

Author: Desmond Morris

ISBN: 0099429780

V Is For Victory

Title from the notorious user of the V-sign.

Author: Harvey Smith

ISBN: 0718303725