The Practical Reader

The Practical Reader: With Directions For Reading is a book written by Francis Thayer Russell and published in 1855. The book is a guide for readers who want to improve their reading skills and comprehension. It is divided into two parts: the first part contains selections from various authors, including Shakespeare, Milton, and Pope, and the second part provides directions for reading.The selections in the first part are intended to help readers develop their reading skills by providing a variety of texts with different styles, themes, and levels of difficulty. The texts are accompanied by questions and exercises that help readers understand the content, analyze the language, and develop their critical thinking skills.The second part of the book provides directions for reading, including tips on how to read aloud, how to use punctuation, and how to interpret the meaning of words and phrases. The author also provides guidance on how to approach different types of texts, such as poetry, drama, and fiction.Overall, The Practical Reader: With Directions For Reading is a comprehensive guide that can help readers of all ages and skill levels improve their reading abilities. It is a valuable resource for students, teachers, and anyone who wants 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.