Publisher's Synopsis
A Progressive Course of Precis Writing is a book written by Frederick Eden Robeson in 1913. The book is a comprehensive guide that provides readers with a step-by-step approach to mastering the art of precis writing. Precis writing is the process of summarizing a longer text into a shorter, more concise version while retaining the main ideas and key points.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of precis writing. The first chapter provides an introduction to the concept of precis writing and explains why it is an essential skill for anyone who wants to communicate effectively. The subsequent chapters focus on different techniques and strategies for creating effective precis, including the use of outlines, the identification of key ideas, and the use of language and style.Throughout the book, Robeson provides numerous examples of precis writing, both good and bad, to illustrate the concepts he is discussing. He also includes exercises and assignments at the end of each chapter to help readers practice their skills and apply what they have learned.Overall, A Progressive Course of Precis Writing is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to improve their writing skills and learn how to create clear, concise, and effective summaries of longer texts.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.
