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To the Point
Author: Robert Hartwell Fiske
language: en
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Release Date: 2014-03-17
The essential guide to writing succinctly. Who doesn’t hate wading through wordy paragraphs? Unfortunately, many writers don’t realize when they are padding their sentences and obscuring their meaning. Enter To the Point, the essential guide to writing succinctly. Featuring hundreds of new entries, this freshly updated edition is complete with: • A guide to the basics of writing concisely, including how to reduce the number of words in a phrase, substitute a single word for a phrase, and delete extraneous words and phrases. • The "Dictionary of Concise Writing," which gives concise alternatives to thousands of wordy phrases. Language expert Robert Hartwell Fiske uses each wordy phrase in a sentence and then rewrites or deletes the phrase entirely to show how the sentence can be improved. • The brand new "Guide to Obfuscation: A Reverse Dictionary," which helps writers build a more pithy vocabulary. To the Point is the perfect reference book for anyone who wants to communicate more effectively through clear and beautiful writing.
Writing the Nation: A Concise Introduction to American Literature 1865 to Present
Writing the Nation: A Concise Introduction to American Literature 1865 to Present offers a comprehensive exploration of American literary evolution from post-Civil War to the modern era. This anthology presents a tapestry of themes ranging from identity and industrialization to modernity and cultural diversity, showcasing a broad spectrum of styles, including realism, modernism, and postmodernism. The collection offers a rich tapestry of diverse narratives, capturing the voices of a nation in transition. Standout pieces reflect the literary movements that have shaped American society, while the editors ensure a balanced representation of the many voices that define the nation's literary landscape. The anthology is curated by esteemed scholars Amy Berke, Robert Bleil, Jordan Cofer, and Doug Davis, whose combined expertise in American literature invigorates the collection. The authors bring together works that echo the varied experiences and transformations within American society. This collection is a testament to the dynamic interactions between literature and cultural movements such as the Harlem Renaissance and beyond, reflecting the multifaceted nature of American identity and experience. This collection is an indispensable resource for those looking to immerse themselves in the diverse narratives that comprise America's literary corpus. It provides an unparalleled opportunity to engage with transformational works that offer new insights into societal evolution. Readers will find themselves captivated by the anthology's capacity to foster dialogue between disparate literary voices, serving as both a critical educational tool and an invitation to explore America's rich literary past.
How to Grow a Novel
Each year thousands of fiction writers, from beginners to bestselling author, benefit from Sol Stein's sold-out workshops, featured appearances at writers' conferences, software for writers, on-line columns, and his popular first book for writers, Stein on Writing. Stein practices what he teaches: He is the author of nine novels, including the million-copy bestseller The Magician, as well as editor of such major writers as James Baldwin, Jack Higgins, Elia Kazan, Budd Schulberg, W. H. Auden, and Jacques Barzun, and the teacher and editor of several current bestselling authors. What sets Stein apart is his practical approach. He provides specific techniques that speed writers to successful publication. How to Grow a Novel is not just a book, but an invaluable workshop in print. It includes details and examples from Stein's editorial work with a #1 bestselling novelist as well as talented newcomers. Stein takes the reader backstage in the development of memorable characters and fascinating plots. The chapter on dialogue overflows with solutions for short-story writers, novelists, screenwriters, and playwrights. Stein shows what readers are looking for-- and what they avoid-- in the experience of reading fiction. The book offers guidelines-- and warnings-- of special value for nonfiction writers who want to move into fiction. Stein points to the little, often overlooked things that damage the writer's authority without the writer knowing it. And this book, like no other writing book, takes the reader behind the scenes of the publishing business as it affects writers of every level of experience, revealing the hard truths that are kept behind shut doors.