In Style, John Haynes provides a lively introduction to the study of expression in relation to meaning. Style:* introduces readers to the key areas in the study of style through practical exercises* encourages an interest in and sensitivity to words and structures* enables students to recognize contrasts within and between texts* heightens awareness with regards to word choice, meaning, communicative purpose and stylistic convention* examines an enormous variety of text-types; both literary and non-literary, spoken and written* in addition to numerous exercises, contains suggestions for project work.