Draft No. 4

In this seminal work on writing nonfiction, John McPhee shares years of insights and experience with the general reader. McPhee's advice on structure, diction, and tone is direct and clear. The author also casts a wry eye on some of his most lauded pieces by exposing their weaknesses while revealing the strengths they have accrued over time. Draft No. 4 offers an unprecedented glimpse into the life of a writer at work.