Pocket Guide to Technical Writing

by Pfeiffer, William S.

Edition:

2nd

ISBN13:

9780130261021

ISBN10:

0130261025

Format:

Paperback

Pub. Date:

5/1/2000

Publisher(s):

PRENTICE HALL

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Summary

For courses in Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Writing for Technicians, and Business Writingas well as corporate training seminars in writing. Intended as the Strunk and White of technical writing, this book is unique in its combination of an alphabetized handbook with brief chapters on organization and efficiency. This handy reference for on-the-job writing gives quick, easy-to-find answers to common writing problems faced in various technical and professional careers. It provides immediate help for planning, drafting, and revising 16 common documentsfrom letters and memos to reports and proposals. (An excellent Value Pak opportunity!)

The Writing Process: Achieving Speed and Quality

(18)

Structure: Achieving Order and Design

(16)

Special Topics: Graphics and Speeches

(30)

Appendix A: ABC Formats and Examples

(62)

Appendix B: Writing Handbook

127