The elements of style
Strunk, William, 1869-1946
The elements of style [electronic resource] / William Strunk, Jr. - The original edition. - New York : Dover Publications, 2012 - 1 online resource (92 p.).
Pt. 1. Introductory --
Pt. 2. Elementary rules of usage --
Ch. 1. Form the possessive singular of nouns by adding 's --
Ch. 2. In a series of three or more terms with a single conjunction, use a comma after each term except the last --
Ch. 3. Enclose parenthetic expressions between commas --
Ch. 4. Place a comma before a conjunction introducing a coordinate clause --
Ch. 5. Do not join independent clauses by a comma --
Ch. 6. Do not break sentences in two --
Ch. 7. A participial phrase at the beginning of a sentence must refer to the grammatical subject --
Pt. 3. Elementary principles of composition --
Ch. 8. Make the paragraph the unit of composition: one paragraph to each topic --
Ch. 9. As a rule, begin each paragraph with a topic sentence, end it in conformity with the beginning --
Ch. 10. Use the active voice --
Ch. 11. Put statements in positive form --
Ch. 12. Use definite, specific, concrete language --
Ch. 13. Omit needless words --
Ch. 14. Avoid a succession of loose sentences --
Ch. 15. Express co-ordinate ideas in similar form --
Ch. 16. Keep related words together --
Ch. 17. In summaries, keep to one tense --
Ch. 18. Place the emphatic words of a sentence at the end --
Pt. 4. A few Matters of form --
Pt. 5. Words and expressions commonly misused --
Pt. 6. Spelling --
Pt. 7. Exercises on parts 2 and 3 --
Ch. I. Punctuate --
Ch. II. Explain the difference in meaning --
Ch. III. Explain and correct the errors in punctuation --
Ch. IV. Point out and correct the faults in the following sentences.
The original edition of the most trusted writer's guide to American English, this is the book that generations of writers have relied upon for timeless advice on grammar, diction, syntax, sentence construction, and other writing essentials. In brief and concise terms, author William Strunk, Jr., identifies the principal requirements of proper American English style and concentrates on the most often violated rules of composition. Originally published in 1918, this authoritative and engagingly written manual retains its immediacy and relevance. Strunk begins with the basic rules of usage, offering accessible explanations of correct punctuation and grammar. His advice on the principles of composition cites concrete examples of how to maintain clarity by eliminating redundancy and unnecessary embellishment. In addition, Strunk provides valuable pointers on avoiding common errors in the usage of words and expressions, and in spelling. The greatest book of its kind, this volume is a must for any student or writer.
9780486113708
English language--Rhetoric
English language--Style
Report writing
808.042
The elements of style [electronic resource] / William Strunk, Jr. - The original edition. - New York : Dover Publications, 2012 - 1 online resource (92 p.).
Pt. 1. Introductory --
Pt. 2. Elementary rules of usage --
Ch. 1. Form the possessive singular of nouns by adding 's --
Ch. 2. In a series of three or more terms with a single conjunction, use a comma after each term except the last --
Ch. 3. Enclose parenthetic expressions between commas --
Ch. 4. Place a comma before a conjunction introducing a coordinate clause --
Ch. 5. Do not join independent clauses by a comma --
Ch. 6. Do not break sentences in two --
Ch. 7. A participial phrase at the beginning of a sentence must refer to the grammatical subject --
Pt. 3. Elementary principles of composition --
Ch. 8. Make the paragraph the unit of composition: one paragraph to each topic --
Ch. 9. As a rule, begin each paragraph with a topic sentence, end it in conformity with the beginning --
Ch. 10. Use the active voice --
Ch. 11. Put statements in positive form --
Ch. 12. Use definite, specific, concrete language --
Ch. 13. Omit needless words --
Ch. 14. Avoid a succession of loose sentences --
Ch. 15. Express co-ordinate ideas in similar form --
Ch. 16. Keep related words together --
Ch. 17. In summaries, keep to one tense --
Ch. 18. Place the emphatic words of a sentence at the end --
Pt. 4. A few Matters of form --
Pt. 5. Words and expressions commonly misused --
Pt. 6. Spelling --
Pt. 7. Exercises on parts 2 and 3 --
Ch. I. Punctuate --
Ch. II. Explain the difference in meaning --
Ch. III. Explain and correct the errors in punctuation --
Ch. IV. Point out and correct the faults in the following sentences.
The original edition of the most trusted writer's guide to American English, this is the book that generations of writers have relied upon for timeless advice on grammar, diction, syntax, sentence construction, and other writing essentials. In brief and concise terms, author William Strunk, Jr., identifies the principal requirements of proper American English style and concentrates on the most often violated rules of composition. Originally published in 1918, this authoritative and engagingly written manual retains its immediacy and relevance. Strunk begins with the basic rules of usage, offering accessible explanations of correct punctuation and grammar. His advice on the principles of composition cites concrete examples of how to maintain clarity by eliminating redundancy and unnecessary embellishment. In addition, Strunk provides valuable pointers on avoiding common errors in the usage of words and expressions, and in spelling. The greatest book of its kind, this volume is a must for any student or writer.
9780486113708
English language--Rhetoric
English language--Style
Report writing
808.042