On Writing Well: the classic guide to writing nonfiction
by Zinsser, William Knowlfrey50
Edition statement:6th ed., rev. and updated. Published by : HarperCollins, (New York, NY ) , 1998 Physical details: xi, 308 p. 21 cm. ISBN:0062735233 (pb). ISSN:978096564| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 800 - 899 | 808.042 Zin (Browse shelf) | Available | 73617 |
Includes index
1. The Transaction -- 2. Simplicity -- 3. Clutter -- 4. Style -- 5. The Audience -- 6. Words -- 7. Usage -- 8. Unity -- 9. The Lead -- 10. The Ending -- 11. The Interview -- 12. Writing About a Place -- 13. Bits & Pieces -- 14. Science Writing and Technical Writing -- 15. Writing in Your Job -- 16. Sports -- 17. Criticism -- 18. Humor.
In addition to exploring the techniques of nonfiction writing, Zinsser discusses sexism in writing, jargon, and psychological writing blocks.