Publisher's Synopsis
Personal Shorthand Reader Nr. 1: Irving's Rip Van Winkle is a book written in personal shorthand and published in 1922. The book features a story by the renowned American author, Washington Irving, titled ""Rip Van Winkle."" The text is accompanied by a phonetic print key, which enables readers to easily decipher the shorthand writing. Personal shorthand is a system of writing that uses symbols and abbreviations to represent words and phrases. It was commonly used by journalists, secretaries, and other professionals who needed to take notes quickly and efficiently. The Personal Shorthand Reader Nr. 1 provides an opportunity for readers to learn and practice this unique writing system. The story of ""Rip Van Winkle"" is a classic American tale that tells the story of a man who falls asleep in the Catskill Mountains and wakes up twenty years later to find that the world has changed. The story is a timeless exploration of the themes of change, identity, and the passage of time. Overall, Personal Shorthand Reader Nr. 1: Irving's Rip Van Winkle is a fascinating and unique book that combines a classic American story with an opportunity to learn and practice a specialized writing system. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in shorthand writing or the works of Washington Irving.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.
