Spencerian Penmanship - Theory Book Author:Platt Rogers Spencer In the mid-1800s, when elegant handwriting was much prized, the Spencerian form of penmanship became a standard. Today in our computer age, a fine, beautiful, and legible handwriting brings a warm personal touch to our correspondence. These books may be used to introduce cursive writing to second or third graders or to improve the handwriting of... more » older students or adults. They may also be used to teach calligraphy or as part of an art class.« less