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- Publisher: Pearson P T R
- ISBN: 0205313426
- WAPI (Tower ID): 100915007
- Release Date: August 24, 1999
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Product DescriptionDiscover More Information About William Strunk (Author)Run a Quick Search on "The Elements of Style" by William Strunk to Browse Related Products:Browse more products related to "The Elements of Style"Browse more products related to "William Strunk"Publisher's noteThe hardcover version of the most indispensable writing resource
You know the authors' names. You recognize the title. You've probably used this book yourself. This is "The Elements of Style," the classic style manual, now in a fourth edition. The revisions to the new edition are purposely kept minimal in order to retain the book's unique tone, wit, and charm. A new Glossary of the grammatical terms used in the book provides a convenient reference for readers. The discussion of pronoun use is revised to reflect the contemporary concern with sexist language. In addition, there are numerous slight revisions in the book itself which implement this advice. A new Foreword by Roger Angell reminds readers that the advice of Strunk & White is as valuable today as when it was first offered.This book has conveyed the principles of English style to millions of readers. Use the fourth edition of "the little book" to make a big impact with writing. William Strunk, Jr. first used his own book, The Elements of Style, in 1919 for his English 8 course at Cornell University. The book was published in 1935 by Oliver Strunk. E. B. White was a student in Professor Strunk's class at Cornell, and used "the little book" for himself. Commissioned by Macmillan to revise Strunk's book, White edited the 1959 and 1972 editions of The Elements of Style. AnnotationThe hardcover version of the most indispensable writing resource
You know the authors' names. You recognize the title. You've probably used this book yourself. This is "The Elements of Style," the classic style manual, now in a fourth edition. The revisions to the new edition are purposely kept minimal in order to retain the book's unique tone, wit, and charm. A new Glossary of the grammatical terms used in the book provides a convenient reference for readers. The discussion of pronoun use is revised to reflect the contemporary concern with sexist language. In addition, there are numerous slight revisions in the book itself which implement this advice. A new Foreword by Roger Angell reminds readers that the advice of Strunk & White is as valuable today as when it was first offered.This book has conveyed the principles of English style to millions of readers. Use the fourth edition of "the little book" to make a big impact with writing. William Strunk, Jr. first used his own book, The Elements of Style, in 1919 for his English 8 course at Cornell University. The book was published in 1935 by Oliver Strunk. E. B. White was a student in Professor Strunk's class at Cornell, and used "the little book" for himself. Commissioned by Macmillan to revise Strunk's book, White edited the 1959 and 1972 editions of The Elements of Style. If You Enjoy "The Elements of Style (Hardcover)", May We Also Recommend:Customer Reviews for "The Elements of Style (Hardcover)" by William Strunk (Author)There are no customer reviews yet. Be the first to write a review! Writing Skills Bestsellers
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