William Zinsser

William Knowlton Zinsser (October 7, 1922 - May 12, 2015) was an American writer, editor, literary critic, and teacher. He began his career as a journalist for the New York Herald Tribune, where he worked as a feature writer, drama editor, film critic, and editorial writer. He was known for writing the book On Writing Well.

Zinsser was born in New York City, New York. He studied at Deerfield Academy. Zinsser died in New York City at the age of 92.[1]

References

  1. "William Zinsser, Author of 'On Writing Well,' Dies at 92". The New York Times.com. Retrieved May 12, 2015.

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