A Guide to Technical Writing (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

T. A. Rickard

 
9781332046898: A Guide to Technical Writing (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Clear, precise writing for technical subjects. Learn how to convey complex ideas without losing the reader.

This practical guide argues that careful language is essential to the transfer of ideas in science and engineering. It offers focused advice on choosing precise terms, shaping sentences, and organizing information so readers can grasp details quickly. Drawing on examples from mining and technical literature, it shows how poor wording and journalese obscure meaning and slow progress. The book emphasizes standard English usage in technical writing and provides concrete guidance on common problem areas, from word choice to sentence structure and document design.

- Understand why language matters in technical communication
- Learn how to spot and fix common writing errors before publication
- See real examples of effective and ineffective technical prose
- Build rules and habits for clearer, more direct reporting and documentation

Ideal for readers who write, edit, or review technical material—engineers, scientists, students, and editors seeking practical, field-ready guidance on better writing.

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