Journal of Technical Writing and Communication Jul 1978

“Don't Go like That”: A Guide to Correct Writing

Daniel McDonald University of South Alabama

Abstract

Perhaps with tongue in cheek, the author gives sound advice on how to avoid some of the pitfalls of style, punctuation, and grammar. He suggests that the principles he gives will result in clearer and simpler writing.

Journal
Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Published
1978-07-01
DOI
10.2190/5xrl-5f18-vv46-p3w3
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Open Access
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grammar and mechanics
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  1. Science, Literature, and Absurdity, South Atlantic Quarterly, Winter 1966–67.
  2. Be a Better Writer. Don't Use Dirty Words
    Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
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