Barzun, Jacques
Simple & Direct: A Rhetoric for Writers
- ISBN 13:
- 9780060937232
- author:
- Barzun, Jacques
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Quill
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 135mm X 18mm
- Genre:
- General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Jacques Barzun's guide to improving one's writing style offers practical advice on diction, syntax, tone, and composition. With exercises, model passages, and examples of effective and ineffective usage, this book helps readers develop their unique voice. Barzun shares his expertise through a range of engaging materials, including literary and casual model passages, as well as humorous examples of how to avoid common pitfalls in writing. By following his guidance, writers can refine their skills and produce clear, agreeable prose that engages the reader. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to improve their writing style, whether they are a seasoned writer or just starting out.
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