A Writer’s Commonplace Book
A Writer’s Commonplace Book by Rosemary Friedman is an illustrated collection published by Michael O’Mara Books, Limited in February 2007. This 256-page volume serves as a personal notebook for the author, featuring over 1,000 short quotations that have resonated with her throughout her life and career. The book reflects Friedman’s extensive reading and showcases her sensibility, good sense, and subtle wit.
Readers will find a diverse array of quotations drawn from various writers and commentators across different eras. This compilation not only highlights the art of writing but also offers insights into language arts and fiction writing. A Writer’s Commonplace Book is designed for those interested in writing and reference materials, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking inspiration and a deeper understanding of the craft.
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In effect the personal notebook of a distinguished and highly individualistic novelist and writer, this is an eclectic collection of more than 1,000 short quotations that have struck a chord with the author in the course of her life and work. Drawing on the works of writers and commentators from many eras, this beautifully designed book displays not only its author’s wide reading, but also great sensibility, profound good sense, and fine, if understated, wit. A writer’s book for anyone who wishes to live a fulfilling life.
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