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LoC No.: 03015072
Title: How to Write a Novel: A Practical Guide to the Art of Fiction
Note: Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "How to Write a Novel: A Practical Guide to the Art of Fiction" by Anonymous is a practical guide on the craft of writing fiction, likely written in the early 20th century. The book addresses those aspiring novelists who wish to learn about storytelling, character development, and the intricacies of crafting a compelling narrative. It aims to provide a systematic approach to the principles of novel-writing, emphasizing that while creativity is vital, certain techniques and structures can be taught. The opening of the text sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of the writing process, beginning with the author's ambitious goal to teach the art of fiction. It discusses the dichotomy of opinions regarding the teachability of writing, referencing various figures in literature who share their perspectives on the craft. The author outlines that while generating ideas and stories is inherently personal and can’t be directly taught, understanding how to construct a plot and develop characters can be learned through guidance and practice. The beginning emphasizes the importance of observation and insight as foundational skills for any writer, thereby introducing the themes and techniques that will be explored throughout the guide. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Anonymous
EBook No.: 38887
Published: Feb 15, 2012
Downloads: 146
Language: English
Subject: Fiction -- Technique
Subject: Fiction -- Authorship
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 03015072
Title: How to Write a Novel: A Practical Guide to the Art of Fiction
Note: Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by David Starner, Lisa Reigel, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
book was produced from scanned images of public domain
material from the Google Print project.)
Summary: "How to Write a Novel: A Practical Guide to the Art of Fiction" by Anonymous is a practical guide on the craft of writing fiction, likely written in the early 20th century. The book addresses those aspiring novelists who wish to learn about storytelling, character development, and the intricacies of crafting a compelling narrative. It aims to provide a systematic approach to the principles of novel-writing, emphasizing that while creativity is vital, certain techniques and structures can be taught. The opening of the text sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of the writing process, beginning with the author's ambitious goal to teach the art of fiction. It discusses the dichotomy of opinions regarding the teachability of writing, referencing various figures in literature who share their perspectives on the craft. The author outlines that while generating ideas and stories is inherently personal and can’t be directly taught, understanding how to construct a plot and develop characters can be learned through guidance and practice. The beginning emphasizes the importance of observation and insight as foundational skills for any writer, thereby introducing the themes and techniques that will be explored throughout the guide. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Anonymous
EBook No.: 38887
Published: Feb 15, 2012
Downloads: 146
Language: English
Subject: Fiction -- Technique
Subject: Fiction -- Authorship
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.