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On Writing Well
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William Zinsser
On Writing Well, a beloved classic celebrating its thirtieth anniversary, is a definitive volume on the art of writing nonfiction. Praised by the New York Times for its sound advice, clarity, and warmth of style, it is a bible for a generation of writers seeking guidance on clean, compelling prose. Written by William Zinsser, based on his course at Yale, this book offers fundamental principles and insights from a distinguished practitioner for anyone who wants to learn how to write or needs to write in their daily life. With over a million copies in print, On Writing Well remains a timeless and invaluable resource for writers and aspiring writers alike
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About the Author
William Zinsser is a writer, editor and teacher. He began his career on the New York Herald Tribune and has since written regularly for leading magazines. During the 1970s he was master of Branford College at Yale. His 17 books, ranging from baseball to music to American travel, include the influential Writing to Learn and Writing About Your Life. He teaches at the New School in New York.
Book Specifications
Title: On Writing Well
Author: William Zinsser
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 336
Weight: 249g
Published Year: 2016
Publisher: Harper Perennial
ISBN: Paris : 978-0060891541
Dimensions: 1.93 x 13.49 x 20.32 cm
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