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The one of the most popular books for academic syllabi ever and a crucial tool for the aspiring writer, Strunk has made untold contributions to the world of literature. Arguably greater than countless prized novel writers as his work is the foundation of good literature. The most talented mind will require specific words to communicate effectively and accurate punctuation to make it suitable terrain for the reader. A favourite of the great minds and publications of the 20th century, this book is vital for any young writer starting out in the world of fiction or otherwise.
The capacity to be concise and the importance of eliminating over-reliance on flowery adjectives are extremely important. This book can deliver that to the uncertain prospective author. Alongside grammatical advice the strictures provided on the length of sentences, alliteration, word order and groupings there is an emphasis on readability and style. This chimes perfectly with the need of a new or experienced writer to balance their message with the mode of delivery in order to showcase the narrative to best advantage.
In 'The Elements of Style' the author exhorts us to 'Make every word tell'. Not to strip out the detail or the necessary descriptor, but that every word must earn its place on the page. The author has taken his own advice well and made every character of material value to the reader and student. One will always remember being grabbed by the active voice and vigorously coached into a better writing style by Strunk's clear and direct instructions.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 133066292X
- ISBN 13 9781330662922
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages58
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the art of writing clear and effective English prose, providing practical guidance on essential rules of grammar and composition. The author aims to equip writers with the tools to achieve a style that is both accurate and engaging, drawing on principles of clarity, concision, and directness. The book positions itself within a broader tradition of writing guides that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, seeking to refine the practice of English prose in a period of burgeoning literacy and popular literature. The author presents a concise and methodical approach to writing, emphasizing the importance of paragraph structure, sentence construction, and word choice. Throughout, the author stresses the need for precision and economy in language, advocating for the use of active voice, positive statements, and concrete language. The book also addresses common stylistic pitfalls, offering strategies for avoiding overly loose sentences, awkward constructions, and misused words and expressions. Ultimately, this book serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their writing skills and master the art of communicating effectively in the English language. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330662922_0
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