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Garland Greever

Garland Greever was an American writer, poet, and academic best known for co-authoring the influential Century Handbook of Writing.

Lived
1883–1967
Nationality
American

Garland Greever (1883–1967) was an American academic, writer, and poet whose work left a lasting impact on the teaching of English composition in the early twentieth century. Throughout his career, Greever engaged with both the creative and pedagogical sides of literature, balancing his personal writing and poetry with a dedicated focus on educational instruction and academic scholarship.\n\nGreever is most widely recognized for his contributions to English pedagogy, particularly through his collaboration with Easley S. Jones. Together, they authored The Century Handbook of Writing, which was first published in 1918. The volume became a highly influential manual for English composition teachers, establishing clear standards for writing instruction and serving as a staple resource in classrooms for years to follow.

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