The Elements of Style
EUR 7,59
Un livre qui suscite l entouthiasme et le plaisir - En abordant Elements of Style je ne pensais pas que j éprouverais une tel plaisir de lecture. Cet ouvrage dense et ramassé rassemble toutes les qualités que j admire dans la littérature américaine (notamment dans la littérature technique): la simplicité, l efficacité, et la clarté.
A great guide - I first encountered Strunk and White s Elements of Style when I was an undergraduate, and I have been a fan of this book ever sense. Perhaps it is because of the excellent teamwork that is apparent on the pages between the master of language, William Strunk, and the master of narrative, E.B. White. How can you go wrong learning grammar from the likes of the author of such wonderful tales as Stuart Little? During my English composition class as an undergraduate, we had to read this book twice, once at the beginning of the term, and again at the end. I have since referred to the pages so often that I am on my fourth or fifth copy, as the binding and pages have worn out from use. Long before books such as Woe is I or Eats, Shoots and Leaves , this book, The Elements of Style has held a certain pride of place in being useful, accessible and interesting in its presentation of a traditionally and typically boring subject - grammar and usage. Among the pieces I re-read on a frequent basis is the list of commonly misused or abused words and phrases. Here is a list of easily corrected mistakes that the typical writer and speaker needs to keep in mind. Also, the suggestions for composition are gentle reminders that creativity and good craftsmanship need not be contradictory. This is a wonderful gift and wonderful treat for oneself.
A posséder absolument - Pour tous ceux qui ont trouvé leurs cours d anglais stériles et vains, consultez cet ouvrage de référence qui en contient plus en quelques pages sur l expression anglo-saxonne que tous les cours en France.
For the student - Strunk & White was a gift to me from my philosophy professor. I read it immediately and the knowledge I had gained from the book is impressive-I only wish that I would have read it at the beginning of my college career, and not towards the latter end. The Elements of Style has changed my writting and speaking mannerisms completely and I feel that my writting has become more fluent and professional. I am a pre-med major, and Strunk & White address issues that aid in scientific writting. I would strongly suggest for any student-highschool, college, or graduate-to read this and keep it close at hand, just as my professor had said to me. And remember, rule 18: Omit Unnecessary Words.
The Little Book That Packs Quite a Wallop - This book s small size is representative of its content: Short and sweet. (My kind of reference book) Strunk is a no-frills kind of guy, and this is demonstrated in this concise, but powerful treatment of writing style. I advise any writer, technical or not, to obtain a copy of this one. Because of it s valuable content and low price, it s one of the best bargains around.