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: Offers specific advice for complex materials, such as law books , science and mathematics, and multi-author works. Core Philosophy of a "Good Copy-editor"

: Covers the transition from author typescript to printed page, acting as the essential link between authors and production. BUTCHER'S COPY-EDITING

: Establishes ground rules for house style, consistency, and how to mark typescripts for designers and typesetters. : Offers specific advice for complex materials, such

is a classic reference guide for editors, authors, and publishers, widely considered a "master class" in the editorial arts. First published in 1975 by Judith Butcher , the current 4th edition (2006) was revised by Caroline Drake and Maureen Leach to address digital publishing and modern technology. Key Features of the Handbook such as law books