American Gestures illustrates more than 125 common gestures in close-up and in context, along with an explanation of how and when to use each gesture. Sections on obscene gestures and impolite actions show what to avoid. Speak American with both hands. It's fun!
Alex Raffi has been recognized with the Best Illustration award from the Nevada Press Association in 1998, 1999, and 2000, and most recently with the Best Editorial Cartoon All State Papers. Richard L. "Arf" Epstein is the author with Alex Raffi of Critical Thinking and Conventional Gestures: Meaning and Methodology.