First published 2017
Harold Evans tackles the crisis of clarity in modern writing. The veteran newspaper editor has shaped words from war correspondents and guided complex prose from figures like Henry Kissinger. His knighthood recognizes decades of journalism excellence. Now Evans turns his attention to a new battlefield: the erosion of precise communication in our digital world. Abbreviations like TTYL and WTF have replaced careful thought. Speed and information volume matter more than clear meaning. Evans demonstrates how editing and rewriting restore power to ideas. He shows writers how the right words give life to thoughts, while poor choices suffocate them. Through practical examples, he proves that good communication survives even in our rushed digital age. Evans offers every writer what amounts to a skilled editor standing ready to help.
Genres: reference, language, writing, non-fiction, communication, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: informative, instructional
416 pages · Hardcover · Little, Brown and Company