- Is this the full book or a summary?
- It is the complete fourth edition of The Elements of Style, about 128 pages, with Roger Angell's foreword. It is short because the original book is short.
- Is the fourth edition different from earlier ones?
- The fourth edition adds Roger Angell's foreword and some revisions to the text. The core rules are largely the same as in earlier editions.
- Is it useful for academic writing?
- Partly. It helps with clarity and grammar, but it does not cover citation styles, formatting or research structure. You will need a separate guide for those.
- Does it cover grammar in depth?
- No. It gives rules of usage and a list of misused words, but it is a style guide, not a full grammar reference.
- Who is it for?
- Students, office writers and anyone who wants fast, plain advice on tightening prose. Experienced editors may find it too basic.
- Is it a good gift for a writer?
- Yes, it is a common gift for students and new writers. Its small size and reputation make it a safe pick.
- Where is the Strunk & White The Elements of Style cheapest?
- At eBay, for $5.00, 70% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Strunk & White The Elements of Style?
- 14 stores we checked sell it, including AbeBooks.com, eBay, Half Price Books, Strand Book Store, Vermont Book Shop.