The Stenographer's Companion, Vol. 2: A Collection of Words, Sentences and Dictation Exercises, Carefully Selected and Compiled in Illustration of the Various Principles of Phonography, or Shorthand W - Hardcover

William Lesley Mason

9780266566434: The Stenographer's Companion, Vol. 2: A Collection of Words, Sentences and Dictation Exercises, Carefully Selected and Compiled in Illustration of the Various Principles of Phonography, or Shorthand W

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ISBN 10: 026656643X ISBN 13: 9780266566434

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the art of shorthand with this practical collection of practice material .

A foundational guide for beginners and a helpful reference for advanced writers, it offers carefully selected words, sentences, and dictation exercises to illustrate the principles of Phonography.

The book presents a structured approach to learning shorthand, pairing illustrative passages with clear explanations, hints, and lists of contractions and grammalogues. It emphasizes practice from dictation, proper pacing, and how to render every word accurately at speed. While designed for classroom use, it is valuable for solitary study and self-paced learning as well.

Learn through illustrative words and sentences that demonstrate how to apply Phonography rules.
Build speed with graded dictation exercises and practice directions.
Master contractions, word-signs, and the handling of unvocalized words.
Access practical hints, tips for taking testimony, and guidance for continued practice.

Ideal for readers who want a historical, hands-on companion to learning shorthand, in both school settings and self-study.
ANSWER: Nonfiction, detailed instruction for phonography learning.

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