The Oddities Of Shorthand: Or The Coroner And His Friends (1891)

By John B. Carey

Book Overview

The Oddities of Shorthand: Or The Coroner and His Friends is a book written by John B. Carey and originally published in 1891. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about the use of shorthand in the legal profession, specifically in the field of coroners and their investigations. The author, who was a practicing coroner himself, shares his experiences and observations about the use of shorthand in the courtroom, inquest rooms, and during interviews with witnesses and suspects. The book also includes examples of shorthand notes and transcripts, as well as tips and tricks for shorthand practitioners. Overall, The Oddities of Shorthand provides a unique insight into the world of shorthand and its role in the legal system during the late 19th century.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: 1163901873
• ISBN13: 9781163901878
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"