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Proofreading is a handy guide to punctuation, grammar rules, and syntax for writers and editors alike. Contents: "The Proof-room, Some Practical Criticism for Proof-readers, The Proof-reader's Responsibility, Style and Style-cards, Whim versus Principle, Authorities and Opinions, Authoritative Stumbling-blocks in the Study of the English Language, Preparation of Copy, Copy and Proof-reading, The Dictionary in the Proof-room, The Proof-room Library, The Copy-reader."
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