A Matter of Style

On Writing and Technique

Matthew Clark

The method of instruction is descriptive and draws from examples in literature
Written in an engaging manner
Uses rhetoric, an original approach in the style guide market
Wide coverage of grammar and style issues from rhythm to the conventions of novels
Increases understanding of literature and the techniques used by writers

A Matter of Style

On Writing and Technique

Matthew Clark

Description

Clark begins with the small and ends with the large. He progresses from describing the techniques used in grammar, word arrangement, and rhythm, through ornate style, figures of speech, and parallelism, to sentence, paragraphs, and the structure and conventions of novels. His method throughout is descriptive rather than prescriptive: he illustrates his points by examples drawn from literature and refrains from elaborate systems of his own construction. Assuming his readers know the basics of grammar and style, Clark provides an engaging description of the importance of style for the serious writer and experienced editor.