| #17016 in Books | 1985-02-01 | 1985-02-01 | Original language:English | PDF # 1 | 8.41 x.17 x6.94l,.25 | File type: PDF | 64 pages||196 of 199 people found the following review helpful.| Great starter for those who are willing to put in the effort and understand the limitations of this style|By Ludius9|These books are a (relatively) quick and practical guide to skills from a time gone by -- this is a part of its charm. If you want to purchase this, I say go for it, but try to keep in mind what you are signing up for:
The Spencerian method depends
This book explains how all the letters can be made gracefully and rapidly using various combinations of a few basic pen strokes. It explains Spencer's philosophy of teaching principles which engage the mind as well as the hand. It also details his methods for teaching classes of children. One of these is having the children write rhythmically, in concert, as the teacher counts. The power of this method is being rediscovered today.
You easily download any file type for your device.Spencerian Penmanship (Theory Book) | Platt Rogers Spencer. I was recommended this book by a dear friend of mine.
