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A Manual of Phonography, or Writing by Sound (Classic Reprint): A Natural Method of Writing by Signs That Represent Spoken Sounds - Couverture souple

Pitman, Isaac

 
9780282652623: A Manual of Phonography, or Writing by Sound (Classic Reprint): A Natural Method of Writing by Signs That Represent Spoken Sounds

Synopsis

Learn to write English by sound with a complete phonetic system .

This edition presents a practical method to spell and shorthand through sound, with clear rules, a dedicated alphabet, and ample exercises. This book offers a full exposition of a phonographic writing system. You’ll find instructions, example passages, and reading exercises designed to build fluency in both shorthand and phonetic spelling. It lays out how to translate spoken English into concise phonetic signs, and it includes features that have evolved through multiple editions to improve usability for learners and teachers alike.

  • A complete system for writing English by sound, with an explicit alphabet and writing rules
  • Practical exercises to reinforce reading and transcription skills
  • Guidance on abbreviations and grouped consonants to speed up writing
  • Background on how the system has developed and been used in study and teaching
Ideal for students of phonetics, teachers of shorthand, and readers seeking a practical path to faster writing and spelling reform. Ideal for those curious about historical approaches to phonographic spelling and shorthand.

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