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On Writing Well

by William Zinsser
On Writing Well - Thryft
On Writing Well - Thryft

Clear, concise guide to effective writing.

This book is ideal for those who aspire to improve their writing skills. It provides a comprehensive guide to good writing practices, including tips on structure, style, and diction. The author also covers a variety of writing genres, including scientific, travel, sports, critical, and humorous articles, making it a valuable resource for aspiring writers in any field. Readers praise this book for its clear and concise writing style and practical advice.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

On Writing Well

by William Zinsser
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ISBN: 9780062735232
Authors: William Zinsser
Publisher: HarperPerennial
Date of Publication: 1998-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Personal Development, Business
Related Topics: Personal Development, How To, Business, Writing, Personal Development, Communication, Self Help
Goodreads rating: 4.24
(rated by 28100 readers)

Description

“On Writing WellBelongs on any shelf of serious reference works for writers—along with, say Fowler's Modern English Usage and Strunk and White's The Elements of Style”—New York Times“Not since The Elements of Style has there been a guide to writing as well presented and readable as this one. A love and respect for the language is evident in every page.”—Library Journal“Direct and clear and humorous.”—Edwin NewmanWilliam Zinsser is a writer, editor, and teacher. He began his career with the New York Herald Tribune and has long been a freelance writer for leading magazines. During the 1970s he taught writing at Yale, where he was a master of Branford College. From 1979 to 1987 he was general editor of the Book-of-the-Month Club. His fifteen books, ranging from jazz to baseball, also include the influential Writing to Learn. He now teaches at the New School, in New York, his hometown.(Back Cover)
 

Clear, concise guide to effective writing.

This book is ideal for those who aspire to improve their writing skills. It provides a comprehensive guide to good writing practices, including tips on structure, style, and diction. The author also covers a variety of writing genres, including scientific, travel, sports, critical, and humorous articles, making it a valuable resource for aspiring writers in any field. Readers praise this book for its clear and concise writing style and practical advice.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.