The art of fiction : notes on craft for young writers
John Gardner (Author)
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
eBook, English, 1991
Vintage books edition View all formats and editions
Vintage Books, New York, 1991
1 online resource (183 pages)
9780307756718, 0307756718
769023633
Notes on literary-aesthetic theory
Aesthetic law and artistic mystery
Basic skills, genre, and fiction as dream
Interest and truth
Metafiction, deconstructino and jazzing around
Notes on the fictional process
Common errors
Technique
Plotting
Includes index