A Dictionary of Mnemonics (PLE

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Exploring the evolution of mnemonics, this book highlights their invention by the Greeks and their varied applications throughout the European Middle Ages, where they were creatively employed. It also addresses their decline during the Victorian era, when rote memorization became the norm in education. Originally published in 1972, the work revitalizes interest in mnemonic techniques, offering a contemporary collection aimed at enhancing memory skills for modern readers.