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Writing with Clarity and Style

by Robert A. Harris

Book Details

Publisher:Routledge
Published:2017-12-06
Pages:292
Format:BOOK
Language:en
ISBN:9781351361859

Reading Info

About This Book

Writing with Clarity and Style, 2nd Edition, will help you to improve your writing dramatically. The book shows you how to use dozens of classical rhetorical devices to bring power, clarity, and effectiveness to your writing. You will also learn about writing styles, authorial personas, and sentence syntax as tools to make your writing interesting and persuasive. If you want to improve the appeal and persuasion of your speeches, this is also the book for you. From strategic techniques for keepin

Our Review

This guide delivers a practical toolkit for transforming your writing from basic to brilliant, focusing specifically on classical rhetorical devices that add power and persuasion to any text. It moves beyond grammar rules to explore how sentence structure, word choice, and authorial voice can make your prose more compelling and effective. Whether you're crafting an essay, a report, or a speech, the book provides strategic techniques for keeping your audience engaged. The principles of clear communication and stylistic flair are broken down into actionable advice you can apply immediately.

What sets this resource apart is its direct application of time-tested rhetorical strategies to modern writing challenges, making it invaluable for students, professionals, and aspiring authors alike. It teaches you not just to write correctly, but to write with intention and impact, turning bland statements into memorable arguments. You'll learn to consciously shape your syntax and develop a distinct persona on the page, skills that elevate your work in any context. The result is a significant upgrade to your communication skills, giving you the confidence to make every word count.

Themes

Social Science

Subjects

Social Science