The New Practical Shorthand Manual: A Complete And Comprehensive Exposition Of Pitman Shorthand Adapted For Use In Schools, Colleges, And For Home Ins (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164867234)

The New Practical Shorthand Manual is a comprehensive guide to the Pitman shorthand system, written by Benn Pitman and originally published in 1892. The book is designed for use in schools, colleges, and for home instruction, and provides a complete exposition of the Pitman shorthand system. The Pitman shorthand system was developed in the mid-19th century by Sir Isaac Pitman, and is a phonetic system of shorthand that uses simple strokes to represent sounds, rather than letters. The system is designed to be easy to learn and use, and allows users to write quickly and accurately.The New Practical Shorthand Manual covers all aspects of the Pitman shorthand system, including the basic principles of the system, the use of shorthand in business and professional settings, and advanced techniques for increasing speed and accuracy. The book includes numerous exercises and practice drills to help readers master the system, as well as examples of real-world shorthand writing.Overall, The New Practical Shorthand Manual is an essential resource for anyone looking to learn the Pitman shorthand system, whether for personal or professional use. Its clear and concise explanations, along with its practical exercises and examples, make it an invaluable tool for anyone looking to improve their shorthand skills.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Benn Pitman
ISBN-10: 1164867237
ISBN-13: 9781164867234
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 184
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.56lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.39d