Art Of Writing:

The student of literary expression should familarize himself with the best essays on English style. Foremost among these, and embodied in this book are spencers Philosophy of Style and Lewes The Laws of Style. These should be read with discriminating care and studied until the principles set forth are thoroughly understood. Of equal importance to the literary craftsman is the subject of reading. Valuable practical suggestions will be found in Mathews Books and Reading and porters How to read. Special attention is called to the Purpose of the Writer by De Mille. The student can not too often be reminedd that style must be learned with pen frequently in hand. The real secret lies in continuous and conscientious labour. A style that is clear, vigorious, graceful, flexible, and musical, comes not by impuse and intemitent striving, but through quiet, leisurely, intleligent, persistent pracise.
Contents :
Preface Introduction the Philosophy of Composition How to Read The Tasks of the Modern Historian The Purpose of the Writer Style Ready Writers The Art of Fiction The Laws of Style The Philosophy of Style