Style: Toward Clarity and Grace (Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing)
This acclaimed book is a master teacher's tested program for turning clumsy prose into clear, powerful, and effective writing. A logical, expert, easy-to-use plan for achieving excellence in expressio…
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