Handbook Of Simplified Spelling (1920) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164664703)

The Handbook of Simplified Spelling (1920) by Henry Gallup Paine is a comprehensive guide to a simplified spelling system. The book offers a detailed explanation of the principles of simplified spelling, as well as a list of simplified spellings for over 7,000 words. The author argues that English spelling is unnecessarily complex and that a simplified system would make the language easier to learn and use. The book also includes a history of spelling reform efforts in English, as well as examples of simplified spelling used in literature and journalism. Overall, the Handbook of Simplified Spelling is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of English spelling, as well as those interested in promoting a more streamlined and accessible system.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.

Author: Henry Gallup Paine
ISBN-10: 1164664700
ISBN-13: 9781164664703
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 132
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28d