How to Write Clearly: Rules and Exercises on English Composition

Edwin Abbott Abbott's «How to Write Clearly: Rules and Exercises on English Composition» serves as a quintessential guide to effective English writing. Abbott employs a pedagogical approach that interweaves didactic principles with practical exercises, fostering clarity and precision in composition. The book's structure is meticulous, engaging readers with rules that navigate the complexities of language while promoting a style that is both accessible and instructive. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century educational reform, Abbott's discourse reflects an era keenly focused on literacy and clear... Next