This new edition gives general advice on writing, points out common errors and cliches, offers guidance on consistent use of punctuation, abbreviations and capital letters, and contains a wide range of reference material - covering everything from accountancy ratios and stock market indices to laws of nature, science and economics. Also included is a special section on the differences between British English and American English. It is to published as a companion volume to "The Pocket World in Figures 1994".

"Economist" Style Guide ("Economist" Books)

Economist Publications Staff

Literature & Fiction

Hamish Hamilton Ltd.

<p>Desiged as a companion volume to "The Economist Style Guide", this book should interest anyone who wants to communicate effectively with numbers. In addition to general advice on numeracy, the guide points out common errors, and explains the recognized techniques for solving financial problems, analyzing information of any kind and effective decision-making. An A-Z dictionary of terms covers everything from amortization to zero-sum game.</p>

Numbers Guide ("The Economist" Books)

Business & Money

Profile Books

<p>Designed as a companion to "The Economist Style Guide", the best-selling guide to writing style, "The Economist Numbers Guide" is invaluable for everyone who wants to be competent, and able to communicate effectively, with numbers. In addition to general advise on basic numeracy, the guide points out common errors and explains the recognized techniques for solving financial problems, analyzing information of any kind and effective decision making. Over 100 charts, graphs, tables and feature boxes highlight key points. Also included is an A-Z dictionary of terms covering everything from amortization to zero-sum game. Whatever your business, "The Economist Numbers Guide" will prove invaluable.</p>

Numbers Guide : Essentials of Business Numeracy

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"Economist" Style Guide ("Economist" Books)

Numbers Guide ("The Economist" Books)

Numbers Guide : Essentials of Business Numeracy