
ERRR #076. Nathaniel Swain on Writing to Learn
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Key Points on Writing Succinctly
Writing should be clear, fit for purpose, and demonstrate mastery while matching the genre. Succinctness is crucial unless deliberately elongating the text for specific reasons like creating suspense or irony. Breaking Grice's Maxims of conversation should only be done intentionally to be a great writer. Grice's Maxims include being succinct and clear, with quality being a key aspect not to lie.
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