The Professor and the Madman: A Tale of Murder, Insanity, and the Making of the

Description: Explore the fascinating world of lexicography with this captivating tale of murder, insanity, and the creation of the Oxford English Dictionary. Embark on a journey through the 1990s as Simon Winchester recounts the true story of the relationship between a professor and a madman that led to one of the most important literary creations of all time. Discover the intricate workings of language and history as you delve into this nonfiction masterpiece. This first edition reprint of "The Professor and the Madman" is the perfect addition to any adult's book collection. With 288 pages and a trade paperback format, this book is lightweight and easy to handle, weighing only 7.7 ounces.

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Type: Novel

Era: 1990s

Narrative Type: Nonfiction

Original Language: English

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Intended Audience: Adults

Edition: First Edition, Reprint

Book Title: Professor and the Madman : A Tale of Murder, Insanity, and the Making of the Oxford English Dictionary

Item Length: 8in

Item Height: 0.7in

Item Width: 5.3in

Author: Simon Winchester

Format: Trade Paperback

Language: English

Topic: Lexicography, United States / Civil War Period (1850-1877), General, Literary, Europe / Great Britain / General, Linguistics / Etymology, Historical

Publisher: HarperCollins

Publication Year: 2005

Genre: Biography & Autobiography, Language Arts & Disciplines, History

Item Weight: 7.7 Oz

Number of Pages: 288 Pages