Edit Yourself
Bruce Ross-Larson
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Edit Yourself
Published
1996
Publisher
Norton & Company, Incorporated, W. W.
Pages
128
ISBN-13
9780393341164
Description
Think you have a way with words? Whether you're a student or a teacher, an assistant or a business executive, even a writer or an editor, most likely your writing can be enhanced and improved. Enter Edit Yourself, Bruce Ross-Larson's clear-cut, concise guide to grammar and the written word. In Part 1, he puts you at the editor's desk, revealing the most common cuts, changes, and comparisons made for clearer, crisper, and more effective sentences. Train your eye to spot errors; be on the lookout for the better word, and more. Part 2 ties it all together with more than 1,500 alphabetized recommendations, providing simple and straightforward ways to improve your writing. - Jacket flap.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Edit Yourself?
This edition of Edit Yourself has approximately 128 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Edit Yourself?
For most readers, Edit Yourself typically takes between 2h 40m and 1h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 32,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 8m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 32,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Edit Yourself?
The estimated word count for Edit Yourself is approximately 32,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Edit Yourself?
Edit Yourself was written by Bruce Ross-Larson.
When was Edit Yourself published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1996. The original work may have been published on a different date.