A Dictionary of the English Language: Abridged From the American Dictionary (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book is an 1850 dictionary of the English language, which is not only richly detailed but also highly accessible to the average reader thanks to its figures that illustrated the pronunciations of words. Diverse knowledge is on display here, such as historical notes that provide insight into a word's etymology, and practical notes for the effective pronunciation of words. In addition to defining words, the dictionary functions as a resource on grammar, and will be particularly useful for students of language. A wonderful resource for students and scholars of the English language, it is an excellent guide for speakers of English as a second language.
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Noah Webster was born in West Hartford, Connecticut in 1758. He came of age during the American Revolution and was instrumental in developing education in early America. He wrote and published the first truly American dictionary.
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