Syllabic Writing: Or Shorthand Made Easy (1884)

Syllabic Writing: Or Shorthand Made Easy is a book written by Miles Armitage and published in 1884. The book aims to teach readers how to write shorthand using a syllabic system, which involves writing sounds rather than letters. The author argues that this method is faster and more efficient than traditional letter-based shorthand systems. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of syllabic writing. The first chapter introduces the basic principles of the system, including the use of symbols to represent sounds and the importance of proper pronunciation. Subsequent chapters cover more advanced topics, such as the use of abbreviations and the transcription of spoken words.Throughout the book, Armitage provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers practice their shorthand skills. He also includes a section on the history of shorthand writing and its importance in various fields, such as journalism and business.Overall, Syllabic Writing: Or Shorthand Made Easy is a comprehensive guide to a unique shorthand system that may be of interest to anyone looking to improve their note-taking or transcription skills.A New System Of Shorthand, In Which The Vowels Are Implied, More Easy To Learn, And More Certain To Read Than Most Other Systems Of Shorthand Yet Published.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.