Representative Essays On The Theory Of Style (1905)

By William T. Brewster

Book Overview

Representative Essays On The Theory Of Style is a collection of essays on the theory of writing style, written by William Tenney Brewster and first published in 1905. The book consists of twelve essays, each examining a different aspect of writing style, from the use of metaphor and simile to the importance of clarity and simplicity in writing.Brewster draws on examples from literature and everyday life to illustrate his points, and his writing is clear and accessible, making the book a useful resource for writers of all levels. Some of the topics covered in the book include the role of the writer in society, the importance of rhythm and sound in writing, and the use of imagery and symbolism.Overall, Representative Essays On The Theory Of Style offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the theory of writing style, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in improving their writing skills or understanding the art of writing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437133894
• ISBN13: 9781437133899
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"