English for journalists /

English for Journalists has established itself as an invaluable guide to the basics of English in newsrooms the world over, focusing on the essential aspects of writing, from reporting speech to the house styles and jargon central to the language of journalism. Written in a highly accessible and eng...

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Main Authors: Hicks, Wynford, 1942- (Author), Allen, Gavin L. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London ; New York : Routledge, 2023.
Edition:Thirtieth anniversary edition.
Series:Media skills.
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