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Writing Well: The Essential Guide

By Mark Tredinnick

Book information

Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Year
2008
ISBN
0521727685, 9780521727686
LCC
PN147 .T74 2008
Open Library ID
OL22844271M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
945 kB (968122 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
251\253
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

Writing Well is a guide to expressive creative writing and effective professional prose. The author, a poet, writer, editor and teacher, explains the techniques required for stylish and readable writing. Everyone who wants to improve their writing can benefit from this book, which describes how to: • identify topics that inspire you to write • get into the habit of writing regularly • develop ideas • construct effective arguments • choose words for maximum effect • use grammar correctly • structure sentences and paragraphs appropriately • write with integrity The book is enriched by examples from great modern writers, and includes a variety of exercises and suggestions for writing activities. Mark Tredinnick practises what he preaches, making his book highly enjoyable as well as technically instructive.

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