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| In: | Journal of Technical Writing and Communication, 18, 1988, 1, p. 11-22 |
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SAGE Publications
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| Media Type: | Article, E-Article |
| Physical Description: | 11-22 |
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| ISSN: |
0047-2816
1541-3780 |
| DOI: | 10.2190/cmlh-maq8-3jyj-leag |
| published in: | Journal of Technical Writing and Communication |
| Language: | English |
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| Collection: | SAGE Publications (CrossRef) |
<jats:p>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.</jats:p> |