Maddie asked:

Why is this book praised so much? At least textbooks have pictures

Alan Cecil Because it's the Elements of Style, not the Elements of Photography.

Hunter Because it contains concise, effective advice. Many authors, including Stephen King, say it is a must read for writers.

Daniel Hiland Because it contains true principles about the craft of writing.

Edwin Stratton-Mackay Because there are still idiots in this world who haven't realised Strunk and White are idiots.

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