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The Elements of Style Illustrated | 
 enlarge | Authors: William Strunk Jr., E.b. White
Creator: Maira Kalman
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Category: Book
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Rating:  53 reviews
Sales Rank: 4189
Media: Paperback
Pages: 176
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 6 x 0.5
ISBN: 0143112724
Dewey Decimal Number: 808.042
EAN: 9780143112723
ASIN: 0143112724
Publication Date: August 28, 2007
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Product Description
The only style manual ever to appear on bestseller lists has explained to millions of readers the basic principles of plain English. The book s mantra make every word tell is still on point. Whether seventeen or seventy, this much-loved classic, now in its fourth edition, will forever be the go-to guide when in need of a hint on how to make a turn of phrase clearer, or a reminder on how to enliven prose with the active voice. Kalman s exquisite illustrations give the revered work a jolt of new energy, making the learning experience more colorful and clear. IThe Elements of Style Illustrated/I will come to be known as the definitive, must-have edition.
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 Very important resource for writers November 21, 2008
Joshua Cunningham
I wish I could remember who originally recommended the original Strunk White Elements of Style to me. If I could remember, I would find them and hug them unabashedly. br / br /If you're writing ANYTHING and care AT ALL about how it turns out then do yourself a favor and pick this one up. The organization is very strange (there isn't any to speak of) and the writing style is very direct. The result is a no-nonsense book that teaches you to cut the crap out of your writing. br / br /There are many, many valuable lessons contained in Strunk's short and useful guide but the best ones, for me, are the ones regarding comma usage and his favorite command, "Omit needless words." During everything I've ever written since reading this book I've heard a disembodied voice telling me to remove words. I've noticed while editing other people's work that the piece can be improved dramatically by deleting all the words that say nothing. br / br /It's a quick read but a necessary one for anyone doing any kind of writing.
Fun Addition to a Classic September 21, 2008
Suzanne (United States)
The Maira Kalman illustrations are a delightful addition to the fine writing advice of William Strunk and E.B. White. Will the playful paintings aid in your pursuit of writing greatness obtained from reading these pages? YES! br / br /Strunk and White teach us how to write well and thoughtfully. Kalman's wonderful illustrations demonstrate that writing without an attitude of joy is simply dull.
Great Buy July 29, 2008
Jessica Jimenez (Miami, FL)
I'm usually concerned about purchasing items on line, especially books. I can honestly say that this experience was worth it. I would recommend this seller to anyone interested in purchasing good quality books at extremely reasonable prices. br / br /Buy with confidence, I did!
Recommendation from my sister July 5, 2008
John C. Guyton (Deale, MD)
Makes a great gift - who ever would have thought to illustrate a grammar book.
 Illustrations are superfluous May 29, 2008
hustonbooks (Spokane, WA)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I could've done without the illustrations in this edition of the Elements of Style. Also, they've put the page numbers on the inside margins of the pages. So if you look up a reference in the index, you then have to open the book wide to find the page number, which should be placed on the outer margin where it's easy to spot as you flip through. br / br /All I wanted was the Elements of Style, which is a great book. I'll buy the normal edition. This one is irritating.
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