20th Century Touch Typewriting

"20th Century Touch Typewriting" is a comprehensive instructional guide designed to master the art of touch typing, a fundamental skill for the modern professional. Authored by D. D. Lessenberg and Elizabeth A. Jevon, this work provides a systematic approach to keyboarding, focusing on accuracy, speed, and efficiency through rhythmic drills and structured exercises.

The book serves as a vital resource for students and clerical workers aiming to excel in a mechanized business environment. It covers the mechanics of the typewriter, proper finger placement, and the transition from basic keystrokes to complex business correspondence and legal documents. By emphasizing the physiological aspects of typing and the psychological habits necessary for success, "20th Century Touch Typewriting" offers a window into the evolution of vocational education and the professionalization of the office. This text remains a significant artifact of educational history, illustrating the rigorous standards and methodologies used to train the workforce that powered the administrative expansion of the era.

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