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On the Art of Writing
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Literary CriticismWriting Instruction
ISBN13: 9781025381930
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 234
Weight: 0.73
Height: 0.49 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
On the Art of Writing is a profound and engaging exploration of the craft of literature, compiled from a series of lectures delivered at the University of Cambridge. Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, a distinguished man of letters, offers aspiring writers and students of literature a masterclass in the principles of clear and effective prose. With wit and scholarly insight, Quiller-Couch addresses the fundamental challenges of composition, encouraging writers to seek precision, vitality, and sincerity in their work.
This influential volume delves into diverse aspects of authorship, from the use of the English language and the difference between prose and verse to his famous critique of Jargon-the tendency toward vague and circumlocutory writing. Quiller-Couch emphasizes that writing is an art to be practiced with care and respect for the reader. He provides practical advice on building a personal style that is both elegant and accessible, drawing upon a wealth of examples from the English literary canon.
Ideal for writers, educators, and lovers of the English language, On the Art of Writing remains a seminal text in the field of literary style. Its enduring relevance lies in its passionate defense of literature as a living art and its practical guidance on how to master the tools of the writer's trade.
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