Summary This project provides William Strunk Jr.'s foundational 1918 text, "The Elements of Style," as a markdown-formatted resource for AI agents, specifically targeting Claude. It aims to enhance AI-generated or AI-assisted prose by embedding direct access to classic guidance on clear, precise writing, benefiting users who require high-quality documentation and communication.

How It Works This project integrates William Strunk Jr.'s 1918 text, "The Elements of Style," as a "skill" for the Claude AI agent. The writing-clearly-and-concisely skill grants Claude direct access to the ~12,000-token reference. Claude automatically invokes this skill when processing or generating prose that could benefit from Strunk's guidance. The system manages the reference by loading it dynamically only during active writing or editing tasks. It also suggests dispatching a subagent for copyediting when context is limited, ensuring efficient application of Strunk's principles.

Quick Start & Requirements Installation details are not explicitly provided beyond its function as a Claude Code Plugin. Specific prerequisites, dependencies, or estimated setup times are not detailed in the README. The project relies on the Claude environment for execution.

Highlighted Details

• Comprehensive Reference: Includes the full 1918 text of "The Elements of Style," covering Elementary Rules of Usage, Principles of Composition, and Commonly Misused Words.
• AI Integration: Packaged as a Claude Code Plugin for seamless integration into Claude's real-time writing assistance.
• Automated Invocation: The writing-clearly-and-concisely skill is designed for automatic activation by Claude when stylistic improvements are beneficial.
• Resource Management: The large reference text is loaded dynamically during active writing or editing tasks to optimize performance.

Maintenance & Community The provided README does not contain information regarding maintainers, community channels (e.g., Discord, Slack), contribution guidelines, roadmap, or project sponsorships.

Licensing & Compatibility The project is explicitly licensed under the Public Domain. This permissive licensing allows for unrestricted use, modification, and distribution, including commercial applications and integration into closed-source projects without copyleft concerns.

Limitations & Caveats The reference text is based on the 1918 edition, potentially lacking coverage of modern writing conventions or digital communication nuances. The system's reliance on automatic invocation and subagent suggestions implies that its effectiveness may vary based on the AI's interpretation and the complexity of the writing task.