书评

The book eliminates redundant expressions, rigid writing prejudices and complicated grammatical fallacies that confuse beginners. It puts forward concise and practical rules, such as “omit needless words” and “use definite, specific, concrete language”. These seemingly simple guidelines correct the common flaw of modern writing—empty modification and wordiness. Many writers tend to pile up adjectives and complex sentences to pursue a sophisticated style, yet they ignore that genuine elegance lies in clarity.