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The Art of Fiction: Notes on Craft for Young Writers by Gardner, John

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Binding
Paperback
Weight
1 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
Yes
ISBN
0679734031
Publication Year
1991
Type
Textbook
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Publication Name
Art of Fiction : Notes on Craft for Young Writers
Item Height
0.7in
Author
John Gardner
Item Length
8in
Publisher
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Item Width
5.1in
Item Weight
7.6 Oz
Number of Pages
240 Pages

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This classic guide, from the renowned novelist and professor, has helped transform generations of aspiring writers into masterful writers--and will continue to do so for many years to come. John Gardner was almost as famous as a teacher of creative writing as he was for his own works. In this practical, instructive handbook, based on the courses and seminars that he gave, he explains, simply and cogently, the principles and techniques of good writing. Gardner's lessons, exemplified with detailed excerpts from classic works of literature, sweep across a complete range of topics--from the nature of aesthetics to the shape of a refined sentence. Written with passion, precision, and a deep respect for the art of writing, Gardner's book serves by turns as a critic, mentor, and friend. Anyone who has ever thought of taking the step from reader to writer should begin here.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0679734031
ISBN-13
9780679734031
eBay Product ID (ePID)
497159

Product Key Features

Author
John Gardner
Publication Name
Art of Fiction : Notes on Craft for Young Writers
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
1991
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
240 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
8in
Item Height
0.7in
Item Width
5.1in
Item Weight
7.6 Oz

Additional Product Features

Lc Classification Number
Pn3355
Reviews
"It will fascinate anyone interested in how fiction gets put together. For the young writer it will become a necessary handbook, a stern judge, an encouraging friend... In the first half of the book, Gardner investigated just what fiction is. In the second half, he treats specific technical matters.The Art of Fictionis filled with lecture counsel, wise encouragement." -John L'Heureux,The New York Times Book Review "A densely packed book of advice to all writers, not just young ones... It is serious, provocative, and funny, and I recommend it to anyone who cares about literature."- Margaret Manning,The Boston Globe "He lays out virtually everything a person might want to know [about] how to say it, with good and bad examples and judgments falling like autumn leaves in a November storm." -William McPherson,The Washington Post "The next best thing to graduate workshop in fiction writing. Drawing on examples from Homer to Kafka to Joyce Carol Oates, Gardner unravels the mysteries of plot, sentence structure, diction, and point of view." - Book-of-the-Month Club News, "It will fascinate anyone interested in how fiction gets put together.  For the young writer it will become a necessary handbook, a stern judge, an encouraging friend... In the first half of the book, Gardner investigated just what fiction is.  In the second half, he treats specific technical matters. The Art of Fiction is filled with lecture counsel, wise encouragement." -John L'Heureux, The New York Times Book Review "A densely packed book of advice to all writers, not just young ones... It is serious, provocative, and funny, and I recommend it to anyone who cares about literature."- Margaret Manning, The Boston Globe "He lays out virtually everything a person might want to know [about] how to say it, with good and bad examples and judgments falling like autumn leaves in a November storm." -William McPherson, The Washington Post "The next best thing to graduate workshop in fiction writing. Drawing on examples from Homer to Kafka to Joyce Carol Oates, Gardner unravels the mysteries of plot, sentence structure, diction, and point of view." - Book-of-the-Month Club News, "It will fascinate anyone interested in how fiction gets put together. For the young writer it will become a necessary handbook, a stern judge, an encouraging friend... In the first half of the book, Gardner investigated just what fiction is. In the second half, he treats specific technical matters. The Art of Fiction is filled with lecture counsel, wise encouragement." -John L'Heureux, The New York Times Book Review "A densely packed book of advice to all writers, not just young ones... It is serious, provocative, and funny, and I recommend it to anyone who cares about literature."- Margaret Manning, The Boston Globe "He lays out virtually everything a person might want to know [about] how to say it, with good and bad examples and judgments falling like autumn leaves in a November storm." -William McPherson, The Washington Post "The next best thing to graduate workshop in fiction writing. Drawing on examples from Homer to Kafka to Joyce Carol Oates, Gardner unravels the mysteries of plot, sentence structure, diction, and point of view." - Book-of-the-Month Club News From the Trade Paperback edition.
Copyright Date
1991
Topic
Style Manuals, Literacy, Composition & Creative Writing
Lccn
90-055698
Dewey Decimal
808.3
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
21
Genre
Language Arts & Disciplines

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  • by enchantedmuse
    Oct 26, 2021

    Easy to read. Great information.

    A must have for novice writers. Useful for intermediate writers as well. The author is a bit wordy, and the first chapter is more rant than educational, but after that, he gets deep into how to build a story and what it needs to include.

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  • by alho-9730
    Aug 16, 2023

    Great teacher of the craft

    Among the best counsel on writing I’ve read to date and I’ve read a lot.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: second.sale

  • by lester328
    Nov 15, 2016

    "The notes you should have taken in English 101"

    I am definitely not a "young" writer but this book is a worthwhile tool to have in my box. I refer to it almost daily. I can envision it as part of his curriculum.

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  • by biznitch15
    Dec 08, 2006

    Good Book

    Very average informative book. I would recommend to the average English Joe! The book gives a lot of examples on how to write good stories.

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