Poetry at Work: Historical Examples of Technical Communication in Verse

Jennifer J. Connor Western University

Abstract

Poetry has imparted technical information to workers for centuries. This article presents both literary examples of poetic technical literature, and traditional examples of rhyme and song which acted functionally to lead and instruct workers in specific tasks. In so doing, it illustrates the usefulness and time-honored acceptance of poetic devices in technical communication.

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Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Published
1988-01-01
DOI
10.2190/cmlh-maq8-3jyj-leag
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  1. Communication Design Quarterly
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  3. Journal of Business and Technical Communication
  4. Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
  5. IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication

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