> The whole thing is an exercise in writing 5x as much to say 1/2 of what's needed That thing right there is what I despise most in non-fiction/non-recreationa

> The whole thing is an exercise in writing 5x as much to say 1/2 of what's needed That thing right there is what I despise most in non-fiction/non-recreational reading! A good text says what it wants to say in as few words as possible while remaining easily intelligible to the intended audience. Clarity & conciseness are the central virtues!