The Practical Reader: With Directions For Reading is a book written by Francis Thayer Russell and originally published in 1855. The book is designed to help readers improve their reading skills by providing them with practical advice and techniques for effective reading. The book includes a variety of texts, including essays, speeches, and poetry, and each text is accompanied by detailed instructions on how to read it effectively. The instructions cover topics such as speed reading, comprehension, and critical analysis. The book is intended for use by students, teachers, and anyone who wants to improve their reading skills. Overall, The Practical Reader is a valuable resource for anyone looking to become a better reader.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.
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