[andrewce]

Had I not been a writing teacher when I read this book, I would not have appreciated it as much as I did. In particular, the "Itty-bitty rules for itty-bitty people" line (while he is at the U of Chicago) resonated with me.

You're right in that not much was particularly revelatory, as all of the discussed elements are discussed in multiple other places, often with greater depth.

But it's rare to see it all come together in a way that is almost immediately pragmatic and sensible.