Archive for July 2008

For the want of an “a”

The London Times sub-editorial staff removes the word “a” from a review by restaurant critic Giles Coren; Giles Coren writes a thousand words in response. Warning: Liberally peppered with obscenities.

Follow-up: Sunday Times sub-editors respond with civility and aplomb.

(via Daring Fireball)

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