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The Elements of Style: Simplified and Illustrated for Busy People Paperback – February 5, 2018

by William Strunk Jr. (Author), Virginia Campbell (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars 221 ratings

"The first grammar book that helped me actually remember all the important rules." --CDR, 5-star review

"This is a must-have quick guide for your desk or e-reader." -- LoveBooks123, 5-star review

The Elements of Style: America’s bestselling grammar book, now simplified and illustrated!

The Elements of Style by Strunk and White is widely considered America’s most beloved grammar book. Now, in this stylish 100th anniversary edition of the classic The Elements of Style, readers of today will find a fresh, succinct new grammar book--full of everything you need to know about writing and nothing you don’t.

This new edition of The Elements of Style has been carefully modernized for the way we write and learn today. Outdated rules from Strunk and White have been updated; important advice has been highlighted; and a clean and visually interesting design has breathed new life into this classic grammar book. And with over 100 memory cues and vintage illustrations, visual learners and the forgetful alike will never again fail to remember an important grammar or punctuation rule.

The Elements of Style is perfect for:

  • Students: Unlike stuffy, confusing textbooks, The Elements of Style is a modern grammar book that teaches you exactly what to do, so you can boost your grades.
  • Professionals:The Elements of Style is easy-to-reference, so you’ll only need this one grammar book to write powerful and persuasive emails that will impress bosses and clients.
  • Writers: This 100th anniversary edition makes the perfect gift for anyone with a fraying copy of The Elements of Style by Strunk and White who wants a stunning illustrated edition of this classic.

Designed so that it can be read cover-to-cover in 1 hour, this striking and simplified new edition of The Elements of Style is the one-stop grammar book you need to improve your writing.

Ten percent of proceeds of The Elements of Style will be donated to the Free Minds Book Club, which provides books and creative writing workshops to incarcerated adults.

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  1. Print length
    81 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publication date
    February 5, 2018
  4. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.19 x 8.5 inches
  5. ISBN-10
    1980205191
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1980205197
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published; Illustrated edition (February 5, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 81 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1980205191
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1980205197
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.19 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 221 ratings

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Virginia Campbell

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Virginia Campbell has worked as a writer, editor, and publisher for two decades. She loves working on books that make life simpler and happier, and she’s the author of numerous quick & easy cookbooks, writing and grammar books, self improvement books, and business books.

She lives in Georgia with her husband, daughter, and an illiterate Scottish Terrier.

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Customers find the book readable and informative, with one noting it's a great revised classic for writers. Moreover, they appreciate the illustrations and find the information helpful. However, the grammar aspect receives mixed feedback, with some customers finding it helpful for proper writing while others report it's difficult to understand.

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15 customers mention "Information content"12 positive3 negative

Customers find the book helpful and informative, with one customer noting that it really boils down to essentials, while another mentions it's a useful classic to keep on hand.

"...For such a quick read, this guide is packed with information that is explained clearly and made memorable. I'll definitely pass this on to a friend!" Read more

"...Gives great tips and is well written. 4 stars because it was for an English class" Read more

"Very good book, really boiled down to essentials. One problem – there is an error in the chapter numbers...." Read more

"...This is probably one of the more helpful tools I have run across to help me with the basics of proper writing, and I am only a bout 10 pages in." Read more

15 customers mention "Readability"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, with one mentioning it's a great revised classic for writers, though several note that the original version is better.

"...For such a quick read, this guide is packed with information that is explained clearly and made memorable. I'll definitely pass this on to a friend!" Read more

"First, this update brings new life and relevance to a little guide book that first crossed my path more than 60 years ago...." Read more

"A nice little book, easy to follow. Helps those of us that don't write that often to be a little more clear and concise with our writing...." Read more

"Good book!" Read more

3 customers mention "Illustrations"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the illustrations in the book.

"...The large font and cute illustrations made it easy to get through without feeling overwhelmed from all the information I was taking in...." Read more

"Looked very interesting and helpful, but it was almost too simplified and hard to read...." Read more

"Quick read, loved the illustrations, helpful to this new writer." Read more

18 customers mention "Grammar"12 positive6 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the grammar in the book, with some finding it helpful for proper writing and appreciating its concise language, while others report it being poorly stated and difficult to read.

"...such a quick read, this guide is packed with information that is explained clearly and made memorable. I'll definitely pass this on to a friend!" Read more

"...The illustrations add nothing. The wild, unpredictable fonts are distracting...." Read more

"These are perfect for assisting new writers’ grammar and use of concise language. My favorite one was “why do we say ‘student body?’..." Read more

"A nice little book, easy to follow. Helps those of us that don't write that often to be a little more clear and concise with our writing...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Carson watlington
    5.0 out of 5 stars A concise review for greater professionalism
    Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2020
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    This book offers concise refreshers on grammar rules and writing tips that are easily overlooked but critical to writing professionally. I found the section on spelling and the list of frequently misspelled words particularly helpful! For such a quick read, this guide is packed with information that is explained clearly and made memorable. I'll definitely pass this on to a friend!
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  • Michael R. Murphy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great for refining your craft
    Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025
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    These are perfect for assisting new writers’ grammar and use of concise language. My favorite one was “why do we say ‘student body?’ Just say ‘students.’” And I deeply appreciate that.
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  • T. Savage
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you Ms. Campbell for the timely and useful update - now about the "leaners" ...
    Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2019
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    First, this update brings new life and relevance to a little guide book that first crossed my path more than 60 years ago. Second, with this edition, is there some clever impish humor in the phrase "visual leaners" on the back cover, just six pages after we encounter on page 76 the list "words often misspelled"? Was "learners" intentionally omitted from the list? Finally, Professor Strunk is said to have said, "Get the little book." This 100th anniversary edition is just the ticket!
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  • Dorsey
    4.0 out of 5 stars Handy book for those that don't write much
    Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2022
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    A nice little book, easy to follow. Helps those of us that don't write that often to be a little more clear and concise with our writing. Gives great tips and is well written. 4 stars because it was for an English class
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  • aL Orisca
    3.0 out of 5 stars Nice read…
    Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2023
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    Good book!
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  • SC
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and lovely to read
    Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2019
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    This book was simple to follow along and enjoyable to read. The large font and cute illustrations made it easy to get through without feeling overwhelmed from all the information I was taking in. It will come in very handy for anyone who wants to brush up on their writing.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Stop spelling like a millennial!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2019
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    A one hour version of Strunk and White. Bought my 14-year-old grand daughter a copy, my wife wanted one too. After you read this, you'll probably want the full version! (Answers all your questions about word misuse. ps://www.amazon.com/Elements-Style-Fourth/dp/B00DTC81HU/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1546495879&sr=8-21&keywords=strunk+and+white
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2019
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    Fast and intuitively simple read! I love the updated version even more than the original. Read it now to write better tomorrow.
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  • Graham Symes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating, annoying, and informative.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 5, 2021
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    This book has been useful to me, I am writing a novel and it has helped to fill a few gaps in my education.
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