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Handbook of technical writing

Now in its tenth edition, this classic book remains the complete technical-writing reference for students and professionals alike. Alphabetically organized and easy-to-use, its nearly 400 entries provide guidance for writing all the most common types of professional documents and correspondence, including reports, proposals, manuals, memos, and white papers. Abundant real-world sample documents and visuals throughout the book demonstrate effective technical communication, reflecting current practices for formatting documents and using email. In addition, advice for organizing, researching, writing, and revising complements thorough treatment of grammar, usage, style, and punctuation to provide comprehensive help with writing skills
Print Book, English, 2012
Tenth edition View all formats and editions
Bedford/St. Martins, Boston, 2012
Handbook
xxiv, 647 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
9781250004413, 9780312679453, 9781457604492, 1250004411, 0312679459, 1457604493
757147688
Contents by topic
Preface
Five steps to successful writing
Checklist of the writing process
Handbook of technical writing: alphabetical entries
Index
Commonly misused words and phrases
Model documents and figures by topic
Includes index