F.L. Lucas
Frank Laurence Lucas (1894–1967) was a British literary critic, classicist, poet, novelist, and Cambridge scholar. Best known under the byline F. L. Lucas, he wrote the influential prose guide 'Style' and produced notable studies of Greek tragedy and Elizabethan drama.
Books
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1. Style
The Art of Writing Well
A classic guide to effective prose that argues good writing springs from clear thinking and considerate character. It lays out practical principles—clarity, brevity, simplicity, sincerity, and courtesy—while warning against pomposity, jargon, and obscurity. Through examples from literature and rhetoric, it shows how rhythm, tone, and structure shape meaning, and offers concrete advice on revision and audience awareness. The result is a timeless handbook for crafting lucid, engaging, and humane English.
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