Abbreviations and Signs by Frederick W. Hamilton
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"Abbreviations and Signs" by Frederick W. Hamilton is a primer and educational guide written in the early 20th century, specifically published in 1918. This book serves as a comprehensive resource focused on the usage of abbreviations and symbols commonly employed in writing and printing. It aims to clarify the conventions of shorthand expressions, ensuring that both novice and experienced individuals in the printing industry can navigate these conventions effectively. The content of
the book is structured into several sections, offering clear explanations on the general rules for using abbreviations, categorized lists of common abbreviations across various domains (such as geographical names, medical symbols, and mathematical signs), and guidelines on proper punctuation and formatting. Hamilton emphasizes the importance of familiarity and intelligibility for readers, urging restraint when employing abbreviations while illustrating their correct usage in different contexts. The primer also includes supplementary reading suggestions and review questions to reinforce understanding. Overall, it functions as an essential reference for anyone involved in the mechanics of printing and communication. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hamilton, Frederick W. (Frederick William), 1860-1940 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 19001890 |
| Title |
Abbreviations and Signs A Primer of Information about Abbreviations and Signs, with Classified Lists of Those in Most Common Use |
| Series Title | Typographic technical series for apprentices, pt. VI, no. 37 |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Printing -- Style manuals |
| Subject | Abbreviations |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33828 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 445 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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