Manual Of The Art Of Fiction - Clayton Meeker Hamilton - Bog

The Manual of the Art of Fiction: Prepared for the Use of Schools and Colleges is a book written by Clayton Meeker Hamilton and first published in 1918. The book is a comprehensive guide to the craft of writing fiction, intended for use in academic settings. It covers a wide range of topics including character development, plot structure, dialogue, point of view, and style. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of writing fiction. The first section is an introduction to the art of fiction, discussing the importance of storytelling and the different types of fiction. The following sections delve into the various elements of fiction writing, providing examples and exercises for students to practice. Hamilton also includes chapters on the history of fiction, the psychology of character development, and the business of publishing. Throughout the book, he emphasizes the importance of reading widely and studying the works of great writers in order to improve one's own writing. Overall, the Manual of the Art of Fiction is a valuable resource for aspiring writers and students of literature. Its clear and concise style, practical advice, and engaging examples make it an accessible and informative guide to the art of storytelling.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.