ABSTRACT
Relevant detail is a writing idea. It describes those details about a scene or character that quickly identify that scene or character and connect them to the story. Like anecdotes, though, it’s a good idea to start developing an eye and ear for relevant detail while you’re in the field. Writing isn’t just the selection of the right details: You need an environment steeped in good details to get it right. For that, you need thorough fieldwork.
