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.
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
Biography
Sam Dragga, Gwendolyn Gong