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Article Abstract:
An alien takes the job of a newspaper advice columnist to gather funds for his ships repair. The alien assumes the identity of a science fiction writer, who the alien had to take in confidence to protect his identity from being disclosed. The alien's advice column becomes a hit among the humans for its unique but appropriate reading of human nature and courtship rituals.
Publication Name: Analog Science Fiction & Fact
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 1059-2113
Year: 1997
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Archaeology of type
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Issues are presented concerning the co-evolution of the representation of language in a written format and the development of printing technology. The evolution of classical simplicity in the design of printing fonts is discussed.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2001
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British china in U.S
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English china manufacturers said 1982 was a bad year but that most of the sales decline did not come from the US. The drop was more severe in Britain and Europe.
Publication Name: Retailing Home Furnishings
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 0162-9158
Year: 1983
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