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The Elements of Style Illustrated

William Strunk, Jr. E. B. White Maira Kalman

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Penguin
01 December 2007
"The only style manual to ever appear on a bestseller list now refreshed by one of our most beloved illustrators

""So friendly, so classic, so delightful . . . Kalman has taken 'the little book' and made it even more elegant and uplifting.""-Los Angeles Times

The only style manual to ever appear on a bestseller list now refreshed by one of our most beloved illustrators

Every English writer knows Strunk and White's The Elements of Style. The book's mantra, make every word tell, is still on point. This much-loved classic, now in its fourth edition, will forever be the go-to guide when in need of a hint to make a turn of phrase clearer or a reminder on how to enliven prose with the active voice. The only style manual to ever appear on bestseller lists has explained to millions of readers the basic principals of plain English, and Maira Kalman's fifty-seven exquisite illustrations give the revered work a jolt of new energy, making the learning experience more colorful and clear."

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Illustrated by:   Maira Kalman
Imprint:   Penguin
Country of Publication:   United States
Edition:   4th
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 10mm
Weight:   312g
ISBN:   9780143112723
ISBN 10:   0143112724
Pages:   176
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Reviews for The Elements of Style Illustrated

So friendly, so classic, so delightful . . . Kalman has taken 'the little book' and made it even more elegant and uplifting. <br> - Los Angeles Times <br> While The Elements of Style has never lacked fans or dutiful adherents, appreciation for this slim volume has taken a turn toward the whimsical and even surreal. <br> - The New York Times <br> The pictures are playful and subtle, which suits the spirit of this beloved bestseller. <br> - USA Today


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