Stenographisches Wörterbuch nach Gabelsberger's System : Nachschlagebuch für die stenographische Korrespondenz- und Geschäftsschrift, sowie Supplement zu jedem Lehrbuche der Gabelsberger'schen Stenographie 1869

Robert Fischer's 'Stenographisches Wörterbuch nach Gabelsberger's System' is a shorthand dictionary, offering us a glimpse into 19th-century communication practices. During this era, shorthand was not merely a skill, but a tool that subtly shaped the landscape of professional and personal expression. As literacy rates increased, so did the demand for efficient methods of recording and transcribing information. Shorthand became a means for individuals, particularly women entering clerical roles, to participate in the rapidly evolving workforce. This dictionary, therefore, represents a fascinating intersection of language, gender, and social mobility. Imagine the countless stories and secrets this book could have held, carefully scribed in shorthand, from business transactions to personal correspondence. This dictionary stands as a silent witness to a world where the written word was both a tool and a treasure.