Originally published in 1888, this book revolutionized the field of shorthand writing, making it accessible to a wide audience for the first time. Gregg's system is based on simple, easy-to-learn symbols that can be used to transcribe speech quickly and accurately. This edition includes a new introduction that explores the history and impact of Gregg's shorthand, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of communication. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.