Key to the New York Point System of Tangible Writing and Printing for Literature, Instrumental and Vocal Music, and Mathematics: Designed for the Use of the Blind (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William B. Wait

9780266776079: Key to the New York Point System of Tangible Writing and Printing for Literature, Instrumental and Vocal Music, and Mathematics: Designed for the Use of the Blind (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266776078 ISBN 13: 9780266776079

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Key to the New York Point System reveals a practical, tactile approach to reading and writing music, mathematics, and text for readers who are blind.

This edition outlines how the New York Point notation works, from base signs and their combinations to how they are written and read on tablets and embossed sheets. It also describes the tools used for embossing and printing, including the Kleidograph and Stereograph, and how these systems support accessibility.

Grounded in real-world classroom and printing practice, the book guides learners through writing rules, character construction, and the step-by-step development of symbols for letters, numerals, punctuation, and abbreviations. It also covers musical notation, with rules for melody signs, turns, tremolos, repeat signs, time signatures, and octaves, all tailored for tactile reading. The text touches on adaptations for Greek and the handling of contractions, syllables, and diacritical marks within this notation system. Throughout, the material emphasizes practical use, teaching readers how to build a usable library of signs and how to apply them across literature, instrumental, vocal music, and mathematics.
What you’ll experience:

Clear explanations of how the base signs are formed and expanded into hundreds of tactile symbols.
Practical rules for writing, spacing, and reading across letters, numerals, and punctuation.
Guidance on using embossing devices and printing methods to produce readable material.
Musical notation specifics, including melody signs, turns, tremolo, repeats, and signatures.

Ideal for readers seeking historical and practical insight into tactile writing systems, educators supporting braille-aligned learning, and researchers exploring accessibility in music and math literacy. This edition stands as a reference for understanding how the New York Point notation aimed to improve literacy and publishing for the blind.

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