Pitman, Isaac
A History of Shorthand, Written in Shorthand
- ISBN 13:
- 9781633915367
- author:
- Pitman, Isaac
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Westphalia Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 12.7 x 1 centimeters (0.1
- Genre:
- Reference & Language, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A History of Shorthand, Written in Shorthand by Isaac Pitman Isaac Pitman's life was marked by a passion for language, education, and innovation. As a teacher, printer, and entrepreneur, he developed a range of skills that enabled him to share his knowledge with a wide audience. This unique book, written in shorthand, offers a glimpse into Pitman's work and provides an opportunity to learn the writing method. Pitman's experiences as a teacher, printer, and publisher are well-documented, and his work had a significant impact on the development of shorthand. His distance learning course, which allowed students to learn shorthand through the mail, was a pioneering achievement in its time. Today, the book provides a basic introduction to the language and offers a chance to transcribe and learn the writing method. With its unique blend of history, education, and language, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in shorthand or the history of education.
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