Since its first publication in 1975 Judith Butcher's Copy-editing has become firmly established as a classic reference guide. This fourth edition has been comprehensively revised to provide an up-to-date & clearly presented source of information for all those involved in preparing typescripts & illustrations for publication. From the basics of how to prepare text & illustrations for the designer & typesetter through the ground rules of house style to how to read & correct proofs Copy-editing covers all aspects of the editorial process. New & revised

Features: * up-to-date advice on indexes inclusive language reference systems & preliminary pages * a chapter devoted to on-screen copy-editing * guidance on digital coding & publishing in other media such as e-books * updated to take account of modern typesetting & printing technology * an expanded section on law books * an essential tool for new & experienced copy-editors working freelance or in-house

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Butchering Small Game & Birds" is essential reading for those who have embraced self-sufficiency & who regard small game & birds both domestic & wild as an essential part of their diet. The volume covers rabbits hares quail chicken & turkey as well as game birds & provides comprehensive guidance relating to all aspects of the craft of butchery." ...

After successfully developing a series of funfairs Billy Butlin progressed to opening holiday centres & hotels across the UK to provide families with an inexpensive but entertaining holiday. Over the years these centres first expanded & then declined in number due to changes in our preferences for types of holiday. Now boasting spa hotels the resorts are very different from the chalets of yesteryear. However the original slogan Our True Intent is all for Your Delight is fondly remembered by all of the original holidaymakers whether they enjoyed one trip to a holiday centre or still make an annual pilgrimage with their families. This nostalgic selection of images many published here for the first time illustrates the history of the various camps & hotels including all of the things we associate with this most British of establishments. From Redcoats to water worlds & from the Glamorous Grandmothers competitions to National Talent contests this book provides an enjoyable & nostalgic trip down memory lane for all who know & love Butlins allowing us a glimpse into the social history of this quintessential British holiday. ...

Riccardo Small lives on the Isl&. Hes the smallest boy in his class at school & he loves cricket. In fact hes a walking cricket encyclopaedia & can tell you the averages of every West Indian test match player in history the names of all the cricket grounds in the world & more besides. But Riccardo also loves poetry & songs
- especially calypso. When he is dropped from the cricket team after missing a vital catch Riccardo wanders the island taking refuge in his poems. He meets Count Crayfish an eccentric figure well known on the Island for his triumphs in the Calypso Competition & together they think of a way in which Riccardo can still help the cricket team...
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Since they were pupils in the village school it had been obvious that Becca the ploughmans daughter & George the blacksmiths son would one day marry. But Beccas scheming younger sister Ellen upsets their plans with a shocking announcement: she is pregnant with Georges child. Shock & disillusionment sour Beccas good nature but it is partly restored when Jethro newly returned to the district begins to pay her attention & eventually proposes marriage. He has inherited a nearby cottage from his aunt & has plans to build a business specialising in furniture. While Becca & Jethro run their thriving business Ellen & George have too many children & not enough money. The needy Ellen is forced to accept the charity that Becca offers but it seems the two sisters will not be true friends again. Especially as George remains convinced he married the wrong sister.. . ...

One of Usborne's most enduring & well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated & has a striking new cover. It makes perfect companions for enthusiasts keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world with full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title that have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. It provides ideal field guides for both children & adults & incredible value for your money. ...

Allys worried about the family finances. Her big sister Linn has found herself a Saturday job but Allys too young to work.. .unless. Shes a wee bit economical with the truth & braves the mad wig lady in the cardshop down the road. & talking of mad whats going on with Rowan? If everyones so broke where does all her sparkly new stuff come from
- the Shopping Fairy?
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Designed to appeal to colourists of all ages these 23 realistic illustrations depict two ever-popular motifs
- flowers & butterflies.
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This title

Includes:: beautiful full-colour artwork of each species on the left-hand page with information

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Britain & Ireland host only a modest 58 species of resident butterflies with a few more recorded as vagrants. This superb monograph ...