Synopsis
The Elements of Style by William Strunk, Jr. is a prescriptive American English writing style guide comprising eight "elementary rules of usage", ten "elementary principles of composition", "a few matters of form", a list of forty-nine "words and expressions commonly misused", and a list of fifty-seven "words often misspelled". In 2011, Time magazine listed The Elements of Style as one of the 100 best and most influential books written in English since 1923.[
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
"...a marvellous and timeless little book... Here, succinctly, elegantly and without fuss are the essentials of writing clear, correct English."
John Clare, The Telegraph
About the Author
William Strunk Jr. (July 1, 1869 – September 26, 1946) was an American professor of English at Cornell University and author of the The Elements of Style (1918).
In 1918, Strunk privately published The Elements of Style for the use of his Cornell students, who gave it its nickname, "the little book." Strunk intended the guide "to lighten the task of instructor and student by concentrating attention ... on a few essentials, the rules of usage and principles of composition most commonly violated." In 1935, Strunk and Edward A. Tenney revised and published the guide as The Elements and Practice of Composition (1935).
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The Elements of Style
Stock Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (edition ), 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Paperback
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 1499142234-11-1
Seller Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Softcover
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: acceptable. Fast Free Shipping â" A well-loved copy with text fully readable and cover pages intact. May display wear such as writing, highlighting, bends, folds or library marks. Still a complete and usable book. Seller Inventory # GWV.1499142234.A
Seller Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Softcover
Seller: Goodwill of Colorado, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. All pages and cover are intact. Dust jacket included if applicable, though it may be missing on hardcover editions. Spine and cover may show minor signs of wear including scuff marks, curls or bends to corners as well as cosmetic blemishes including stickers. Pages may contain limited notes or highlighting. "From the library of" labels may be present. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set packaging may be missing. Bundled media e.g., CDs, DVDs, access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # COLV.1499142234.G
Stock Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Softcover
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00095426103
Stock Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Softcover
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00069869676
Stock Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1499142234I4N00
Stock Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1499142234I4N00
Stock Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1499142234I3N00
Stock Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1499142234I3N00
Stock Image
The Elements of Style
Published by
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014
ISBN 10: 1499142234
ISBN 13: 9781499142235
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1499142234I4N00