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Quote by William Zinsser

“Be yourself and your readers will follow you anywhere. Try to commit an act of writing and they will jump overboard to get away.”

Quote by William Zinsser

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William Zinsser

William Zinsser was an American writer renowned for his concise, clear, and humorous writing style. His works spanned a variety of fields including literature, history, and practical writing, with his most famous titles being 'On Writing Well' and 'American Writing'. Zinsser's writing style has had a profound impact on modern writing. more

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