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Noah Webster

Noah Webster

Scudder, Horace Elisha
Warner, Charles Dudley

Hardcover

Biographies GeneralDictionaries & EncyclopediasLinguistics

ISBN10: 1023382954
ISBN13: 9781023382953
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Discover the fascinating life of Noah Webster, the celebrated lexicographer who shaped the American language, in this meticulously prepared biography from the American Men of Letters series. Horace E. Scudder paints a vivid portrait of Webster, exploring his profound impact on American education and culture through his groundbreaking dictionaries.

This biography delves into the dedication and scholarship that defined Webster's career, showcasing his commitment to creating a uniquely American voice in language. Explore the challenges and triumphs of a man whose name became synonymous with the very definition of words. A cornerstone of linguistic history, this volume offers a compelling glimpse into the life and legacy of a true American original, making it an essential read for anyone interested in biography, linguistics, and the history of the English language in the United States. A foundational reference for understanding American identity.

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