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Schoolmaster to an Empire: Richard Henry Brunton in Meiji Japan, 1868-1876 (Contributions in Asian Studies)

cover of Schoolmaster to an Empire: Richard Henry Brunton in Meiji Japan, 1868-1876 (Contributions in Asian Studies)asin: 0313277958
binding: Hardcover
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Brunton's memoir opens a window on life and times in Meiji Japan from 1868 to 1876, a crucial period in that country's transformation from a medieval backwater into an efficient modern society. Schoolmaster to an Empire, the premier volume in Greenwood's newly initiated Asian Studies Series, provides a rare first-hand account of a nineteenth century English engineer and his key role in the epic-making technical developments of the time.  read more »

Writing Across the Curriculum : A Guide to Developing Programs

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"Now there is another excellent resource for those academicians seeking to nurture writing across the curriculum programs on their campuses: Susan H. McLeod and Margot Soven's detailed guide Writing Across the Curriculum. Indeed, even those directors whose programs are underway will find both interesting ways to expand their efforts and sound advice about pitfalls to avoid. . . . All readers will find user-friendly advice for program development in each chapter. . . .  read more »

Report It in Writing (2nd Edition)

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This easy to use workbook is designed to improve the ability of law enforcement professionals to write effectively. Each section presents a brief rule relating to the covered topic accompanied by examples and applications. KEY TOPICS: Using sample police, corrections, and probation scenarios this book provides comprehensive coverage of topics specifically related to writing law enforcement reports. Among these topics are: chronological order, facts vs. opinions, proofreading, note taking, taking statements, reporting procedures, ethical reporting, and organization techniques.  read more »

Editors you'd climb mountains for; today's newsrooms are hungry for dynamic, inspirational leaders.: An article from: American

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This digital document is an article from American Journalism Review, published by University of Maryland on December 1, 1997. The length of the article is 1003 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.From the supplier: An energetic, enthusiastic, and strong editor brings excitement to a newsrooms, and that reflects on the printed product.  read more »

Message Received and Understood!

cover of Message Received and Understood!author: Helen Wilkie
asin: 096846260X
binding: Paperback
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In separate, easy to absorb sections, this book will teach you how to: Write clear concise business correspondence Make persuasive business presentations Make your mark at meetings Communicate by listening actively Write and publish articles on your area of expertise. By helping you communicate better, it will increase your chances of career success.

Clear Writing Means Clear Thinking Means . . .

cover of Clear Writing Means Clear Thinking Means . . .author: Marvin H. Swift
asin: B00005REK3
binding: Digital
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The general manager of a corporation circulates a memo advising his employees on company policy about copier use. He carefully revises his original memo and in the process crystallizes his own thinking on the issue. Writing well and thinking well are interrelated. Because rewriting demands objectivity, an ability to separate essential from nonessential ideas, and a willingness to locate and correct contradictions, it provides the key to improved thinking.

How to Write and Market Your Mystery Novel: A Step-By-Step Guide from Idea to Final Rewrite and Marketing

cover of How to Write and Market Your Mystery Novel: A Step-By-Step Guide from Idea to Final Rewrite and Marketingauthor: Jean Hager
asin: 0966214501
binding: Paperback
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A step-by-step guide for writing a mystery novel from idea to final rewrite and marketing the manuscript. Choosing a title, characterization, dialogue, viewpoint, setting/description, opening hooks, plot, revising and marketing the manuscript are covered in separate chapters. Appendices include a sample of proper manuscript form, a sample query letter, a master fiction plot outline, and listings of mystery award winners. There is an extensive bibliography and index.

Public Relations Writing

cover of Public Relations Writingauthor: E.W. Brody
Dan L. Lattimore
asin: 0275928969
binding: Paperback
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Breadth and balance in content are the primary attributes of this book, which is designed to equip undergraduate students for the broad range of writing tasks involved in contemporary public relations practice.  read more »