For the young writer, it will become a necessary handbook, a stern judge, an encouraging friend.'-The New York Times Book Review. The Art of Fiction will fascinate anyone interested in how fiction gets put together. 'John Gardner was famous for his generosity to young writers, and (this book) is his. Anyone who has ever thought of taking the step from reader to writer should begin here. Written with passion, precision, and a deep respect for the art of writing, Gardner's book serves by turns as a critic, mentor, and friend. Gardner's lessons, exemplified with detailed excerpts from classic works of literature, sweep across a complete range of topics-from the nature of aesthetics to the shape of a refined sentence. In this practical, instructive handbook, based on the courses and seminars that he gave, he explains, simply and cogently, the principles and techniques of good writing. John Gardner was almost as famous as a teacher of creative writing as he was for his own works. This classic guide, from the renowned novelist and professor, has helped transform generations of aspiring writers into masterful writers-and will continue to do so for many years to come. Is it worth it? Definitely - if you're serious about becoming an accomplished author.Book Description Paperback. That means enduring a lot of with Gardner's rather academic, elitist attitude. Though the book contains good suggestions on craft they're not presented point by point but rather embedded within the text. Good fiction according to Gardner "creates a vivid and continuous dream" for the reader. Foremost it must "affirm moral truths about human existence". The most important of which is telling the truth, and not just getting facts right, but making sure your fiction is believable and not perceived by the reader as a lie. As well as hard work and sacrifice such a career choice came with duties and responsibilities.
Gardner felt that aspiring to be an author was almost akin to a "higher calling" and required rigorous study and practice.
This is not your "How to Write a Novel for Dummies" and Gardner definitely would not have supported "everyone's right to publish" as proclaimed by many indie authors and the entire self-publishing industry. The Art of Fiction - Notes on Craft for Young Writers by John Gardner, was published in 1984, long before the advent of online platforms that make self-publishing free and easy to any and everyone. One of the most interesting things about this book is how attitudes have changed in regards to what it means to be an author. The Art of Fiction - Notes on Craft for Young Writers
Duties, responsibilities and the author's obligation to tell the truth
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