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The Accidents of Style: Good Advice on How Not to Write Badly
by Elster, Charles Harrington | PB | VeryGood
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- Condition
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- Paperback
- Book Title
- The Accidents of Style
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- ISBN
- 9780312613006
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Fasten your seat belt for a crash course in careful usage.... Just like automobile accidents, accidents of style occur all over the English-speaking world, in print and on the Internet, thousands of times every day. They range from minor fender benders, such as confusing their and there, to serious smashups, such as misusing sensual for sensuous or writing loathe when you mean loath . Charles Harrington Elster shows you how to navigate the hairpin turns of grammar, diction, spelling, and punctuation with an entertaining driver's manual covering 350 common word hazards and infractions, arranged in order of complexity for writers of all levels. Elster illustrates these surprisingly common accidents with quotations from numerous print and online publications, many of them highly regarded---which perhaps should make us feel better: If the horrendous redundancy close proximity and the odious construction what it is, is have appeared in The New York Times, maybe our own accidents will be forgiven. But that shouldn't keep us from aspiring to accident-free writing and speaking. If you want to get on the road to writing well, The Accidents of Style will help you drive home what you want to say.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
ST. Martin's Press
ISBN-10
0312613008
ISBN-13
9780312613006
eBay Product ID (ePID)
80143657
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
304 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Accidents of Style : Good Advice on How Not to Write Badly
Publication Year
2010
Subject
Style Manuals, Grammar & Punctuation
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Language Arts & Disciplines
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
3.5 Oz
Item Length
8.2 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN
2010-012012
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
Charles Elster shines a bright light on 350 major potholes, pitfalls, and pratfalls that pock the road of writing. His sage advice on how to avoid writing badly points the reader in the direction of a smoother journey toward writing well."---Richard Lederer, author ofAnguished EnglishandThe Write Way"The Accidents of Style is eminently readable. And if you're one of us who can't always remember the difference between eminently and imminently—and more than 350 other thorny usage questions—you'll want to buy it and keep it near. It is useful, nuanced—and funny, too."--Constance Hale, author ofSin and Syntax , "Charles Elster shines a bright light on 350 major potholes, pitfalls, and pratfalls that pock the road of writing. His sage advice on how to avoid writing badly points the reader in the direction of a smoother journey toward writing well."---Richard Lederer, author of Anguished English and The Write Way "This book is perfect for people who want to take their prose from the pothole-filled side streets to the Autobahn. You'll learn how to avoid errors, barbarisms, redundancies, and other drags on your style. It's an essential addition to any language lover's collection. After I read it, I felt like I'd just had my writing engines tuned by a master mechanic. The Accidents of Style is essential for anyone who's serious about the written word."--Martha Brockenbrough, author of Things That Make Us (Sic) "The Accidents of Style is eminently readable. And if you're one of us who can't always remember the difference between eminently and imminently-and more than 350 other thorny usage questions-you'll want to buy it and keep it near. It is useful, nuanced-and funny, too."--Constance Hale, author of Sin and Syntax , Charles Elster shines a bright light on 350 major potholes, pitfalls, and pratfalls that pock the road of writing. His sage advice on how to avoid writing badly points the reader in the direction of a smoother journey toward writing well."---Richard Lederer, author ofAnguished EnglishandThe Write WayThis book is perfect for people who want to take their prose from the pothole-filled side streets to the Autobahn. You'll learn how to avoid errors, barbarisms, redundancies, and other drags on your style. It's an essential addition to any language lover's collection. After I read it, I felt like I'd just had my writing engines tuned by a master mechanic.The Accidents of Styleis essential for anyone who's serious about the written word."--Martha Brockenbrough, author ofThings That Make Us (Sic)"The Accidents of Style is eminently readable. And if you're one of us who can't always remember the difference between eminently and imminently—and more than 350 other thorny usage questions—you'll want to buy it and keep it near. It is useful, nuanced—and funny, too."--Constance Hale, author ofSin and Syntax , "Charles Elster shines a bright light on 350 major potholes, pitfalls, and pratfalls that pock the road of writing. His sage advice on how to avoid writing badly points the reader in the direction of a smoother journey toward writing well." -- Richard Lederer, author of Anguished English and The Write Way "This book is perfect for people who want to take their prose from the pothole-filled side streets to the Autobahn. You'll learn how to avoid errors, barbarisms, redundancies, and other drags on your style. It's an essential addition to any language lover's collection. After I read it, I felt like I'd just had my writing engines tuned by a master mechanic. The Accidents of Style is essential for anyone who's serious about the written word." -- Martha Brockenbrough, author of Things That Make Us (Sic) "The Accidents of Style is eminently readable. And if you're one of us who can't always remember the difference between eminently and imminently--and more than 350 other thorny usage questions--you'll want to buy it and keep it near. It is useful, nuanced--and funny, too." -- Constance Hale, author of Sin and Syntax, The Accidents of Style is eminently readable. And if you're one of us who can't always remember the difference between eminently and imminently--and more than 350 other thorny usage questions--you'll want to buy it and keep it near. It is useful, nuanced--and funny, too., This book is perfect for people who want to take their prose from the pothole-filled side streets to the Autobahn. You'll learn how to avoid errors, barbarisms, redundancies, and other drags on your style. It's an essential addition to any language lover's collection. After I read it, I felt like I'd just had my writing engines tuned by a master mechanic. The Accidents of Style is essential for anyone who's serious about the written word., Charles Elster shines a bright light on 350 major potholes, pitfalls, and pratfalls that pock the road of writing. His sage advice on how to avoid writing badly points the reader in the direction of a smoother journey toward writing well., "Charles Elster shines a bright light on 350 major potholes, pitfalls, and pratfalls that pock the road of writing. His sage advice on how to avoid writing badly points the reader in the direction of a smoother journey toward writing well."---Richard Lederer, author of Anguished English and The Write Way "This book is perfect for people who want to take their prose from the pothole-filled side streets to the Autobahn. You'll learn how to avoid errors, barbarisms, redundancies, and other drags on your style. It's an essential addition to any language lover's collection. After I read it, I felt like I'd just had my writing engines tuned by a master mechanic. The Accidents of Style is essential for anyone who's serious about the written word."--Martha Brockenbrough, author of Things That Make Us (Sic) "The Accidents of Style is eminently readable. And if you're one of us who can't always remember the difference between eminently and imminently--and more than 350 other thorny usage questions--you'll want to buy it and keep it near. It is useful, nuanced--and funny, too."--Constance Hale, author of Sin and Syntax
Dewey Decimal
428
Intended Audience
Trade
Lc Classification Number
Pe1460.E37 2010
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- e***a (272)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseOrdered from USA and arrived to me in UK about 10 days later. Book appropriately packaged and mostly as described. Was missing the cd as listed but communication with the seller was friendly and polite if not a little confusing - partial refunds are only offered after you start the formal eBay return request process, they aren't capable of giving refunds after simple messaging to customer service. All in all though, great value and a positive transaction. Would interact again 👍
- e***- (123)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseUnfortunately I received a damaged book, the item and the package both were damaged and it was clearly evident its appearance that it happened during transit. The seller was very understanding and gave me a full refund for the damaged book, though it was no fault of their own. Other than the damage, the book was as described, the quality and condition aside from the damaged spot was like new. The cost of the book was reasonable. I would definitely purchase from the seller again.
- 7***j (878)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseI recently purchased an item from this eBay seller, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the prompt communication to the fast shipping, everything was handled with utmost professionalism. The item arrived exactly as described and was well packaged to ensure its safety during transit. The seller was courteous and responsive, making the entire transaction smooth and hassle-free. I highly recommend this seller to anyone looking for quality products and excellent service.