Words Into Type, 3rd Edition

Words Into Type, 3rd Edition

Words into Type have become a classic among style manuals, a very useful reference source for many of the fine points of grammar, usage, style, and production methods. Writers, editors, copy editors, proofreaders, compositors, and printers have turned to Words into Type with confidence that whatever the problem, they find help there. The third edition of Words into Type provides an outline of the many processes of transforming the written word into type-form the preparation of the copy to the market-ready work. For the writer, an understanding of the technical problems of copy-editing and typographical style may smooth the progress of his preparation the manuscript, while knowledge of the various stages in production may explain what is happening during the seemingly perpetual wait for the final printed and bound product. For the editor, copy editor, compositor, proofreader, production worker, or printer, an understanding of the publishing processes outside his particular field may prove equally beneficial, while for the student this survey offers a practical introduction to the world of publishing. The book is organized into seven parts, each dealing with different aspect of production. Part I concerns the preparation of the manuscript Part II discusses the handling of copy, galleys, and page proofs. Part III is a comprehensive guide for the copy editor, and the writer and the editor as well. Part IV covers the specifics of page makeup and typographical style. Parts V and VI complement parts III and IV with specific discussions of grammar, and the use of words. Part VII deals with the methods, materials, and equipment involved in the compositions of the type and reproduction of illustrations. Powerofdreams

Country	USA
Binding	Hardcover
Edition	3rd Revised
Label	Prentice-Hall, Inc.
Manufacturer	Prentice-Hall, Inc.
NumberOfPages	586
PublicationDate	1974
Publisher	Prentice-Hall, Inc.
Studio	Prentice-Hall, Inc.
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Words Into Type, 3rd Edition

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