Editing: The Design of Rhetoric / Edition 1

by Sam Dragga, Gwendolyn Gong

Overview

This book is intended to familiarize readers with the theoretical basis and practical applications of the editing process. This involves the examination of the rhetorical canons-invention, arrangement, style, delivery; and the corresponding rhetorical objectives of editing - accuracy, clarity, propriety, and artistry. We envision a diverse audience for this book. For aspiring editors, we offer an introduction to rhetorical principles as a vehicle for developing a repertoire of theoretically sound and effective strategies. For professionals-directors of communications, public relations specialists, experienced writers and editors of professional and technical publications - this book will serve as a reference and guide reinforcing their intuitive understanding and appreciation of the art of editing.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780895030597
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	06/15/1989
Series:	Baywood's Technical Communications
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	232
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Sam Dragga, Gwendolyn Gong

Table of Contents

List of Tables and Illustrations
Preface

Chapter 1 THE CANONS OF RHETORIC


Chapter 2 INVENTION

Rhetorical Theory of Invention
Communicative Aim
Audience Analysis
Information Gathering
Editing for Accuracy

Practice
A Technical Publication
A News Publication
A Promotional Publication

Chapter 3 ARRANGEMENT
Rhetorical Theory of Arrangement
Verbal-Visual Orientation
Principals of Organization
Diagramming the Discourse
Coherence and Cohesion
Editing for Clarity

Practice
A Technical Publication
A News Publication
A Promotional Publication

Chapter 4 STYLE

Rhetorical Theory of Style
Verbal Style
Visual Style
Editing for Propriety

Practice
A Technical Publication
A News Publication
A Promotional Publication

Chapter 5 Delivery


Rhetorical Theory of Delivery
Visual Variables
Typography
Illustrations
Page Design
Production
Editing for Artistry

Practice
A Technical Publication
A News Publication
A Promotional Publication

EPILOGUE: INTEGRATING THE CANNONS
Bibliography
Index
Contributors