The Professor and the Madman: A Tale of Murder, Insanity, and the Making of The Oxford English Dictionary
by Simon Winchester
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Author: Simon WinchesterEdition: Paperback
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Published: 1999-07-31
ISBN: N/A
Number of pages: 272
Publisher: Perennial
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Book Review: An entrancing, literate little book about two lexocographers
Summary: 5 Stars
This true tale of two lexicographers (and friends) is a most engaging story. Contrary to what one critic has termed a "spare" style,author Simon Winchester's prose is elegant.
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