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In most cases, it is possible to convey the same information in a concise manner to the average person. Just like with math, I get the impression that sometime
by marsRoverDev 8y ago
In most cases, it is possible to convey the same information in a concise manner to the average person.
Just like with math, I get the impression that sometimes the level of jargon/legalese used is an attempt to differentiate oneself from the everyday person. The same information could theoretically be put forward in a way which is understandable to all, not just those with a degree.
- ElBarto 8y agoIt's difficult to convey the same information. From experience, the information provided on gov.uk can be incorrect because it is simplified too much. Very important aspects are lost and it becomes misleading. As the saying goes, simplify as much as possible, but not more.
- afarrell 8y ago> but not more Where there is essential complexity, explain the complexity clearly and skillfully. The book Style: Towards Clarity and Grace is a good instruction manual, especially for those who have read Strunk & White
- zimpenfish 8y agoAlthough note that there's a non-zero number of professional linguists and grammarians seem to consider Strunk & White to be prescriptivist nonsense that you're better off ignoring.
- afarrell 8y agoI'd be very interested in reading a critique of Strunk & White if you've got a link. > prescriptivist Isn't all advice on how to accomplish a goal going to be prescriptivist?