Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

If you want to get to grips with the editing, either in film or video, this book sets down, in a simple uncomplicated way, the fundamental knowledge you will need to make a good edit between two shots. Intended primarily for the novice to the craft of editing, Grammar of the Edit, is couched in basic, jargon-free, language, illustrated by easy to follow diagrams The book: * explains in simple terms the fundamental components of an edit * lists, examines and explains the conventions and working practices of post-production editing * has been extensively class-tested, both in Europe and in developing countries Roy Thompson is a freelance producer/director and has frequently worked as a trainer for both the Television Training Centre, Berlin and the Goethe Institut, Munich. He has lectured extensively in Europe, Africa, and Middle & Far Eastern countries.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• A for Ampere through to Z for Zero Insertion Force