Practical Shorthand: A Complete and Systematic Exposition of Phonography, Based on the Pitmanic Alphabet (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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We have endeavored to make a complete book, mechanic ally as nearly perfect as possible, scientifically accurate in all its technical statements of principles, and at the same time, to present those principles so plainly as to smooth the way to an easy and progressive mastery of the science, from its simplest elements to the most complex forms used by expert writers.
This book is the result of many years' actual experience in teaching and reporting. We are confident its simple and direct methods will make better stenographers, effect a great saving of time and effort on the part of both teacher and stu dent, and render quite unnecessary the enormous outlay of study and blind practice required by the older books.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the origins and nature of phonography, an early system of shorthand invented by Isaac Pitman. The author traces the development of phonography from its inception to its various refinements, including the contributions of Mr. Graham, and positions it within the broader context of shorthand systems. Beyond its historical significance, this book provides a thorough examination of phonography's principles, with in-depth analysis of its consonant and vowel alphabets, as well as its use of circles, loops, hooks, and other devices for abbreviating words. The author elucidates the underlying principles governing the formation of consonant stems, the placement of vowel signs, and the use of special expedients to increase writing speed. Through this exploration, the book offers insights into the evolution of writing systems and the quest for efficient communication. It highlights the ingenuity of the author and the enduring legacy of phonography, a system that laid the groundwork for modern shorthand methods and continues to inspire innovation in the field of communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331660514_0
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