This book presents a simple and easy-to-learn system of shorthand writing that can be used by anyone to take notes, transcribe speeches or lectures, or write letters and documents quickly. Mr. Sams' system is based on a new method of representing the sounds of words using simple characters, making it accessible to even the most basic learner. A must-have for anyone interested in shorthand writing and its practical applications. 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.