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A review by littletaiko
The Elements of Style Illustrated by William Strunk Jr.
3.0
This was an informative yet slightly dated reference book. It's full of helpful information for those of us who might not remember all of the specific grammar rules.
However there were a few rules that stuck me as dated, specifically the rule about nouns used as verbs. The examples included criticisms of using hosted and debuted which are quite common verbs today. Also, I didn't agree with the rule saying that instead of using they we should all commit to using he as that was the most practical usage.
Overall this is a book I'll keep on hand for quick reference. I also find I'm a bit paranoid about writing now. What if I'm breaking one of the rules? :)
However there were a few rules that stuck me as dated, specifically the rule about nouns used as verbs. The examples included criticisms of using hosted and debuted which are quite common verbs today. Also, I didn't agree with the rule saying that instead of using they we should all commit to using he as that was the most practical usage.
Overall this is a book I'll keep on hand for quick reference. I also find I'm a bit paranoid about writing now. What if I'm breaking one of the rules? :)