William Strunk Jr.
Born in 1869
William Strunk Jr. was an English professor at Cornell University who co-authored William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White's influential work, The Elements of Style.
Originally published in 1918, the book gained widespread recognition after White, Strunk's former student, revised and expanded it in 1959.
Strunk was known for his emphasis on clarity and concision in writing, which is reflected in the book's famous directive to "omit needless words." His collaboration with White produced a guide that has become a cornerstone of English composition instruction, influencing generations of writers and students.
