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Economical Writing
Deirdre Nansen McCloskey
Thirty-Five Rules for Clear and Persuasive Prose
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Economical Writing (1986) offers a concise guide to crafting clear and effective prose, particularly in the field of economics. Through thirty-five practical rules, it provides strategies for improving writing at every level, from overall structure to individual word choice, making it a valuable resource for writers looking to elevate their work.
About the author
Deirdre Nansen McCloskey is a senior fellow at the Cato Institute and Emerita Distinguished Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago, with a distinguished career spanning economics, history, English, and communication. Known for her interdisciplinary work, she’s authored over 25 books and 500 articles on a wide range of topics, from economic history to rhetoric and feminism. Among her best-known works are The Rhetoric of Economics, Crossing, and the Bourgeois Era trilogy, which explores the economic and social history behind the modern world’s prosperity.
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