Containing "elementary principles" of usage and composition, FTP, name this reference book by Strunk and White.
In 2005, Nico Muhly composed a song cycle based on this book, which was illustrated by Maira Kalman. Its first, introductory chapter states that the reader should go on to "the study of the masters of literature." This book uses a quote from Stevenson's Walking Tours as an example of a "strong conclusion," while its second section begins by mentioning "Charles's friend" and "the witch's malice." It mentions "lose out," "factor," and "all right" as examples of "words and expressions commonly misused," and advises the reader to "make definite assertions," "put statements in popular form," and "omit needless words." Containing "elementary principles" of usage and composition, FTP, name this reference book by Strunk and White.
In 2005, Nico Muhly composed a song cycle based on this book, which was illustrated by Maira Kalman.
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