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The Importance of the Proof-Reader: A Paper Read Before the Club of Odd Volumes, in Boston, by John Wilson

John Wilson

The Importance of the Proof-Reader: A Paper Read Before the Club of Odd Volumes, in Boston, by John Wilson

The Importance of the Proof-Reader: A Paper Read Before the Club of Odd Volumes, in Boston, by John Wilson

John Wilson

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The Importance of the Proof-Reader is a scholarly treatise by John Wilson, published in the early 20th century. This paper, presented to the Club of Odd Volumes in Boston, discusses the critical role of proof-readers in the printing industry, emphasizing their attention to detail and the necessity for quality control in printed materials. Wilson illustrates the challenges proof-readers face through anecdotes, advocating for higher standards in writing and proofreading practices while celebrating the often-overlooked contributions of proof-readers to literary clarity and integrity.

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