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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.
An up-to-date masterpiece in the art of clear and concise writing,
and an exemplar of the principles it explains.
This classic reference is a must-have for any student or writer. In
this brief handbook, Strunk identifies the principal requirements
of proper American English style and concentrates on the most often
violated rules of composition. Authoritative and engagingly
written, this is simply the greatest book of its kind.
The only style manual to ever appear on a bestseller list now
refreshed by one of our most beloved illustrators
Every English writer knows Strunk and White's "The Elements of
Style." The book's mantra, make every word tell, is still on point.
This much-loved classic, now in its fourth edition, will forever be
the go-to guide when in need of a hint to make a turn of phrase
clearer or a reminder on how to enliven prose with the active
voice. The only style manual to ever appear on bestseller lists has
explained to millions of readers the basic principals of plain
English, and Maira Kalman's fifty-seven exquisite illustrations
give the revered work a jolt of new energy, making the learning
experience more colorful and clear.
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. 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's
unique tone, wit and charm have 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.
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