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This book aims to give in brief space the principal requirements of plain English style. It aims to lighten the task of instructor and student by concentrating attention (in chapters 2 and 3) on a few essentials, the rules of usage, and principles of composition most commonly violated. In accordance with this plan it lays down three rules for the use of the comma, instead of a score or more, and one for the use of the semicolon, in the belief that these four rules provide for all the internal punctuation that is required by 19 sentences out of 20.

The Elements of Style by William Strunk, Jr. is an American English writing style guide. It is one of the best-known and most influential prescriptive treatments of English grammar and usage, and often is required reading in US high school and university composition classes. The original 1918 edition of The Elements of Style detailed eight elementary rules of usage, 10 elementary principles of composition, a few matters of form, and a list of commonly "misused" words and expressions.

William Strunk, Jr., a professor of English literature at Cornell University, penned The Elements of Style in 1918 as a guide for his students in the proper use of grammar and composition.

"The Elements of Style" is an American English writing style guide in numerous editions. The original was written by William Strunk Jr. in 1918, and it was published by Harcourt in 1920, comprising eight "elementary rules of usage," ten "elementary principles of composition," "a few matters of form," a list of 49 "words and expressions commonly misused," and a list of 57 "words often misspelled."

Dive into the timeless wisdom of The Elements of Style, a must-read guide for anyone seeking to enhance their writing skills. This classic book offers invaluable insights on clarity, precision, and elegance in communication, making it an essential resource for writers, students, and professionals alike.

Nichts wünscht Layla sich sehnlicher, als ein ganz normaler Teenager zu sein. Aber während ihre Freundinnen sich Gedanken um Jungs und erste Küsse machen, hat sie ganz andere Sorgen: Layla gehört zu den Wächtern, die sich nachts in Gargoyles verwandeln und Dämonen jagen. Doch in ihr fließt auch dämonisches Blut - und mit einem Kuss kann sie einem Menschen die Seele rauben.

Explore the intricacies of language and communication with this podcast, which delves into the principles of effective writing and expression. This collection examines the art of conveying ideas with clarity and precision, touching on the tensions between creativity and structure that define the craft of writing. Each week, listeners are treated to a different full-length audiobook, offering a diverse range of perspectives, time periods, and styles. This rotating selection is perfect for those curious about the nuances of language, eager to learn from timeless works, or simply seeking an ...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Elements of Style, Erin Gates, a stunningly inspirational and personal book filled with crisp takeaway advice for anyone designing their “forever” home—or any space they want to feel like a forever home. Erin Gates is beloved for her unique...

A short and entertaining book on the modern art of writing well by New York Times bestselling author Steven Pinker Why is so much writing so bad, and how can we make it better? Is the English language being corrupted by texting and social media? Do the kids today even care about good writing?...

From the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and author of the essay collection Shiksa Goddess (“Utterly delicious”—Judith Thurman), a dazzling debut novel, a comedy about New York’s urban gentry living in a post-9/11 world—the arbiters of fashion and the doyennes of charity balls; about...

The Elements of Style is an American English writing style guide originally composed by William Strunk Jr. in 1918, and published by Harcourt in 1920, comprising eight elementary rules of usage, 10 elementary principles of composition, a few matters of form, a list of 49 words and expressions commonly misused, and a list of 57 words often misspelled. William Strunk concentrated on specific questions of usage, and the cultivation of good writing, with the recommendation "Make every word tell".

From the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and author of the essay collection Shiksa Goddess (“Utterly delicious”—Judith Thurman), a dazzling debut novel, a comedy about New York’s urban gentry living in a post-9/11 world—the arbiters of fashion and the doyennes of charity balls; about...

What you need to know about grammar and writing as taught widely in colleges, high schools, and grammar schools wherever American English is spoken!

William Strunk, Professor at Cornell, wrote his famous Little Book on good grammar and writing to simplify the subject for students far and wide. His famous motto was, "Omit needless words." This unabridged version follows this motto and can be listened to in just 60 minutes!

First published in 1918, The Elements of Style is an American English writing style guide, which have since become an essential tool for writers and educators in its numerous editions down the years. The rules of The Elements of Style are rooted in common sense and tradition. The original comprised “eight elementary rules of usage, 10 elementary principles of composition, a few matters of form, a list of 49 words and expressions commonly misused, and a list of 57 words often misspelled.”

Der fünfjährige Daisuke Mageheart führt ein einfaches Leben auf dem Land und lernt täglich von seinem Vater die Kunst des Schwertkampfes. Doch als er eines Tages die in ihm schlummernde Magie erweckt, ändert sich alles. Sein lang gehegter Traum, ein großer Magier zu werden, scheint plötzlich greifbar nah. Mit einem alten Zauberbuch beginnt er, seine magischen Fähigkeiten zu schulen, nicht ahnend, wie dringend er sie bald brauchen wird. Als ein alter Freund der Familie zu Besuch kommt, erhält Daisuke die Chance, ihn auf eine Reise in den geheimnisvollen Ouroboruswald zu begleiten.

In an age unhealthily obsessed with substance, this is a book on the importance of pure style, from the best-selling author of The Etymologicon and The Horologicon. From classic poetry to pop lyrics and from the King James Bible to advertising slogans, Mark Forsyth explains the secrets that make a phrase - such as 'Tiger, Tiger, burning bright', or 'To be or not to be' - memorable. In his inimitably entertaining and witty style he takes apart famous lines and shows how you, too, can write like Shakespeare or Oscar Wilde.

Brought to you by Penguin. What is the secret of good prose? Does writing well even matter in an age of instant communication? Should we care? In this funny, thoughtful book about the modern art of writing, Steven Pinker shows us why we all need a sense of style. More than ever before, the...

When the Supreme Being and his son decide that being supreme isn't for them anymore, it's inevitable that things get a bit of a shake-up. It soon becomes apparent that our new owners, the Venturi brothers, have a very different perspective on all sorts of things. Take Good and Evil, for example. For them it's an outdated concept that never worked particularly well in the first place.

Kaitlyn Parker has no problem being the invisible girl, which is why she finds herself hiding in various cabinets and closets all over her college campus. Despite her best efforts, she can’t escape the notice of Martin Sandeke—bad boy, jerk-face bully, and the universe’s hottest, wealthiest, and most unobtainable bachelor—who also happens to be Kaitlyn’s chemistry lab partner.

It's amazing the misinformation found in most résumé books! Scott Bennett has hired hundreds of people in a variety of industries, and he knows firsthand what kind of résumé sparks an employer's interest - and which ones fail. In The Elements of Résumé Style, he warns against popular "tricks" that tend to backfire - and instead informs listeners how to craft clear, compelling, targeted résumés and cover letters that actually work.