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Writing Places - by William Zinsser (Paperback)

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  • "William Zinsser turns his zest, warmth and curiosity--his sharp but forgiving eye--on his own story.
  • Author(s): William Zinsser
  • 208 Pages
  • Biography + Autobiography,

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About the Book



"William Zinsser turns his zest, warmth and curiosity--his sharp but forgiving eye--on his own story. The result is lively, funny and moving, especially for anyone who cares about art and the business of writing well."--Evan Thomas, Newsweek In Writing Places, William Zinsser--the author of On Writing Well, the bestseller that has inspired two generations of writers, journalists, and students--recalls the many colorful and instructive places where he has worked and taught. Gay Talese, author of A Writer's Life, calls Writing Places, "Wonderful," while the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette praises this unique memoir for possessing "all the qualities that Zinsser believes matter most in good writing--clarity, brevity, simplicity and humanity."



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"William Zinsser turns his zest, warmth and curiosity--his sharp but forgiving eye--on his own story. The result is lively, funny and moving, especially for anyone who cares about art and the business of writing well."


--Evan Thomas, Newsweek

In Writing Places, William Zinsser--the author of On Writing Well, the bestseller that has inspired two generations of writers, journalists, and students--recalls the many colorful and instructive places where he has worked and taught. Gay Talese, author of A Writer's Life, calls Writing Places, "Wonderful," while the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette praises this unique memoir for possessing "all the qualities that Zinsser believes matter most in good writing--clarity, brevity, simplicity and humanity."


Go behind the scenes of a legendary writing life and discover:


  • The Craft of Writing: Go beyond the rules of On Writing Well and see how Zinsser's principles of clarity, brevity, and humanity were forged through decades of practice.
  • Journalism History: Step into the smoke-filled city room of the legendary New York Herald Tribune and meet the unforgettable characters who shaped American journalism in the postwar era.
  • The Freelance Writer: Travel with Zinsser and his trusty Olivetti typewriter, from London and the South Seas to a solitary billiard house, and learn what it takes to survive life outside the newsroom.
  • Teaching Writing: Sit in on Zinsser's celebrated nonfiction workshop at Yale, where he mentored a new generation of writers and discovered what it truly means to be a teacher.



From the Back Cover



William Zinsser's classic bestseller, On Writing Well, has inspired three generations of writers, journalists and students. In Writing Places, he delightfully recalls the many colorful and amusing locations where he has worked and taught.

Written with humor and with gratitude for a lifetime of change and self-discovery, relishing a rich cast of characters who peopled his world--from Yale's president Kingman Brewster to actor Peter Sellers to gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson--Writing Places never loses its anchor in the craft of writing: how it's taught, learned and brought to a high level of enjoyment.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.0 Inches (H) x 5.32 Inches (W) x .51 Inches (D)
Weight: .36 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 208
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Format: Paperback
Author: William Zinsser
Language: English
Street Date: July 27, 2010
TCIN: 77248717
UPC: 9780061729034
Item Number (DPCI): 247-51-7396
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: What notable locations does Zinsser recount in his writing?

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Q: What is the significance of Zinsser's teaching experiences?

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Q: What themes are explored in this memoir?

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Q: What writing principles does Zinsser emphasize?

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  • A: Zinsser emphasizes clarity, brevity, simplicity, and humanity as essential qualities in good writing.

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Q: Who is the target audience for this book?

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