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A well-organized and concise American reference, including the basics of editing, appropriate use of proof-reader's marks, proofreading exercises, examples of how to make corrections, the most common and most critical errors to catch, and a chart of the most common proofreading symbols. Includes recommendations and reminders about the objectives and goals of proofreading. Useful both for the beginner and for those who are experienced in proofreading, pointing out the pitfalls of proofreading one's own work.

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1564142914
9781564142917
30-04-1997
£24.99
£5.95
196
Career Press
629,261

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