Gregg Speed Studies

By John Robert Gregg

Book Overview

Gregg Speed Studies is a book written by John Robert Gregg, a renowned American educator and inventor of the Gregg shorthand system. The book is designed to help individuals improve their speed and accuracy in writing shorthand, a writing system that uses symbols to represent words and phrases.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of shorthand writing. The chapters cover topics such as the basic principles of shorthand, the use of abbreviations, the importance of proper positioning and posture, and techniques for increasing speed and accuracy.In addition to the instructional material, the book includes numerous exercises and drills to help readers practice and reinforce their shorthand skills. These exercises range from simple dictation exercises to more complex transcription tasks, and are designed to challenge readers and help them develop their shorthand abilities.Overall, Gregg Speed Studies is an essential resource for anyone looking to improve their shorthand writing skills. Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply someone interested in learning shorthand, this book provides a comprehensive and practical guide to mastering this valuable skill.1917. John Robert Gregg, a student of various shorthand systems, developed the most prolific method. He first introduced his system in 1888 in the pamphlet Light-Line Phonography published in Liverpool, England. In 1893, he published Gregg Shorthand in the United States. It was soon taught in public schools throughout the United States and adapted to several languages. The Gregg system modeled the mechanics and positioning of traditional writing and is still widely practiced today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417942746
• ISBN13: 9781417942749
• Release Date: August 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.4" x 9.0"