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About Writing: Seven Essays, Four Letters, & Five Interviews,New
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Essential reading for the creative writer.Awardwinning novelist Samuel R. Delany has written a book for creative writers to place alongside E. M. Forster's Aspects of the Novel and Lajos Egri's Art of Dramatic Writing. Taking up specifics (When do flashbacks work, and when should you avoid them? How do you make characters both vivid and sympathetic?) and generalities (How are novels structured? How do writers establish serious literary reputations today?), Delany also examines the condition of the contemporary creative writer and how it differs from that of the writer in the years of Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and the high Modernists. Like a private writing tutorial, About Writing treats each topic with clarity and insight. Here is an indispensable companion for serious writers everywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'About Writing' by Samuel R. Delany? A: The book offers insights and guidance for creative writers, covering both specific writing techniques and broader concepts about novel structure and literary reputation.
- Q: Who is the author of 'About Writing'? A: The author is Samuel R. Delany, an award-winning novelist known for his contributions to literature.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'About Writing' suitable for beginners in creative writing? A: Yes, the book is designed for writers at various levels, providing clarity on writing techniques that can benefit both beginners and experienced writers.
- Q: How many pages does 'About Writing' contain? A: The book has a total of 432 pages.
- Q: When was 'About Writing' published? A: The book was published on January 4, 2006.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Does 'About Writing' include any illustrations? A: Yes, this edition of the book is illustrated.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'About Writing'? A: The book discusses various topics such as the use of flashbacks, character development, novel structure, and the contemporary writing landscape.
- Q: Is 'About Writing' considered a classic in writing literature? A: Yes, it is regarded as essential reading for serious writers, comparable to other classic texts on writing.