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Author: Lynne Truss
Publisher: Gotham
Dimension: 7.7 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
Weight: 11.8 ounces.

Fun Read
This book is so clever -- it really helps explain the history behind certain punctuation marks. Wonderful resource.

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Delightful!
Sheer curiosity lead me to pick up this book. Curiosity not about punctuation, but about how a book about punctuation could possibly become a bestseller, and more to the point how a stickler could engage the masses!
It is ironic that the author... more

Sticklers Unite!
"Sticklers Unite!" is the rallying call of author Lynne Truss, who appeals to like-minded readers to share her outrage. If you've ever seen a misplaced apostrophe to indicate a plural (e.g., "Book's for Sale") and have wanted to scream, this book is... more

Let the buyer beware.
Truss's book is a disappointment for Americans who love the subtleties of grammar, punctuation, and good editing. Her inconsistent picking and choosing of the rules makes no sense. A warning for students: do not buy this book as a guide, and don't... more

Lack of serial commas
scarletbiro had made notice of this in his/her review. the title alone should make one leery as to the contents of this book. have fun.

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Eats Shoots and Leaves
When you hear that this book is about punctuation, you might think that it would be really boring. I thought that too, but I really enjoyed this book. I learned a lot about punctuation, and now I can point out common mistakes that people would not normally... more

Not just for the snobby
This was a quick and fun read. If only the people who actually need to read this book would do so. It drives me crazy when people puralize a word with an apostrophe before the s. Didn't they pass second grade? For her next project, maybe Lynne can... more

Wonderful!
This book is one true joy! It talks about writing an punctuation like they are fun ideas. Warning, you will start questioning all that you read as soon as you start this book. A must for anywone who writes more than a grocery list.

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Awright, so it's not the Gregg Manual - it's a gas!
I head up a team of transcribers and proofreaders; we produce the online and printed versions of our pastor's teachings. One of my proofreaders gave this to me as a gift, and from the moment I saw the title - and every time I read any of it - I laugh.... more

Strangely Enjoyable Book on...Punctuation? Yes, Punctuation
I recently had the honor of editing a portion of a book and found myself wanting for a resource on punctuation. I already had Strunk and White: The Elements of Style, but its lessons are decades old (but still relevant on some levels).

To... more

Shoot It!
We may all agree that punctuation, counts. After all, even the little hyphen makes a world of difference. Take as an example "extra-marital sex" vs. "extra marital sex." That's a big difference if ever I heard one!

This book, however, erodes... more

This book was great
It is incredibly uncommon to find a book that is about grammar but, nevertheless, has mass appeal. Sure, some of us peruse -- and even enjoy -- Strunk and White, but few books have the appeal of, say, _The Transitive Vampire_. This book does, and with... more

A Stickler? Hardly.
I find it strange that _The New Yorker_ has been slighted for listing the many errors in Truss's book. One review mentions that _The New Yorker_ "delighted in pointing out the errors." Another said "at least they're honest errors." The trouble with... more

Not what I'd hoped it would be
Jim Woods' "Two Dozen Lessons From An Editor" is far, far more informative.

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It's OK
I think if I found her humor funny then I would appreciate the book better. She does speak the truth, I would prefer it without so many attempts at humor. Then again, the subject matter probably needs humor otherwise you would fall asleep.
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It's not a manual, it's a love letter
Many of the reviews of Eats, Shoots & Leaves focus on Truss's inconsistencies, or on the English/American usage issues, missing the book's soul. Truss hasn't written a punctuation manual, she's written a love letter.

Questions of usage really... more

I hope I don't make any mistakes here
Yikes! Here I am, an amateurish writer, trying to review a book about punctuation. It goes without saying that I hope I don't make any errors of my own, lest potential readers blame the author. I must fight the urge to use an example of every punctuation... more

The most entertaining book about punctuation I've ever read!
I borrowed Eats, Shoots & Leaves from my local library because I'd heard about it but didn't think I'd enjoy it. Was I surprised! The book is full of examples of how poor punctuation mangles meaning, with clear guidance on how punctuation should be used.... more

I don't care about punctation; yet I enjoyed this book!
Well, I'll be the first to admit that I could care less about punctuation. If the author ever read this review, she'd probably have multiple heart attacks because of my use of punctuation. In other words, I don't care. So, why did this book entertain... more

Be Logical!
In my opinion, this book tries to do two things: note the correct vs. incorrect use of punctuation and impress upon the reader (or rather the writer) the importance of adhering to a standard of language that will clarify one's meaning. As far as correct... more

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