Eclectic Short-Hand: Writing by Principles Instead of Arbitrary Signs, for General Use and Verbatim Reporting (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Jesse George Cross

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332208559 ISBN 13: 9780332208558

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master shorthand the practical, reliable way—clear notes, readable transcripts, and real office-ready speed.

This guide presents a hands-on system that teaches writing by principles, not by arbitrary signs. It emphasizes legible, brief notes you can trust to convey every idea at a glance.

The book combines step-by-step training with concrete routines you can use every day. Learn to master the alphabet so you can touch-type any letter, then practice with short words and familiar sentences. It covers correct hand placement, a firm, even touch on the keys, and how to build speed without sacrificing accuracy. You’ll also get practical advice on reading your own notes quickly and transcribing them reliably in a busy office.

• A practical path to learning shorthand through careful, repeatable exercises
• Techniques for a uniform typing and writing rhythm that produces clean pages
• Guidance on maintaining and operating a writing machine to avoid damage
• Strategies for reading notes promptly and preparing polished business letters

Ideal for students of shorthand, secretaries, and anyone who wants faster, more dependable note-taking and transcription.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332208559
• ISBN 13: 9780332208558
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 254