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Title: Welcome addition to the bookshelf of "missing manuals"
Review: Everybody who appreciates AppleScripting needs two books, a short one to remind you about the basics and a long one for reference. The former category is a tough one, but Rosenthal's comprehensive guide is the best reference I've read so far, especially if you've just started on OS X or have begun to discover the power of scripting InDesign. Everything I wanted to know about AppleScript is covered clearly with succinct examples. The author offers plenty of advice, including a short but excellent chapter on how to make a business out of automation, yet manages to stay out of the way of the reader. This would make an excellent textbook.
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