This book offers a comprehensive guide to the art of clear and effective writing. With the belief that clear expression can be cultivated through systematic rules, Abbott provides valuable insights into arranging words for clarity. In his quest to enhance writing skills, Abbott emphasizes the importance of force, elegance, and variety of style....More
Edwin Abbott Abbott (20 December 1838 – 12 October 1926) was an English schoolmaster, theologian, and Anglican priest, best known as the author of the novella Flatland (1884).
Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions describes a two-dimensional world and explores the nature of dimensions. It has often been categorized as science fiction although it could more precisely be called "mathematical fiction".
Edwin Abbott Abbott (20 December 1838 – 12 October 1926) was an English schoolmaster, theologian, and Anglican priest, best known as the author of the novella Flatland (1884).
Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions describes a two-dimensional world and explores the nature of dimensions. It has often been categorized as science fiction although it could more precisely be called "mathematical fiction".
Book Summary
This book offers a comprehensive guide to the art of clear and effective writing. With the belief that clear expression can be cultivated through systematic rules, Abbott provides valuable insights into arranging words for clarity. In his quest to enhance writing skills, Abbott emphasizes the importance of force, elegance, and variety of style. The book focuses primarily on achieving clarity through precise word arrangement, while also addressing recurring sources of ambiguity and their remedies. Abbott's work serves as a practical resource for students and writers seeking to refine their writing abilities. He delves into various aspects of writing, including the misuse of words, confused thought, and the importance of vivid imagination. The author emphasizes the significance of clear expression, contrasting it with the art of writing forcibly. Abbott explores how well-constructed sentences contribute to understanding and conveyance of ideas, particularly in translating complex Greek and Latin works into English. With references to Professor Bain's insights and practical exercises, this book offers a comprehensive approach to enhancing writing skills while considering both grammar and style.
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How to Write Clearly (Rules and Exercises on English Composition)
Edwin a. Abbott 
