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Who wrote the dictionary?
The LRB Podcast
The Origins and Creation of the Oxford English Dictionary
This chapter explores the development of the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) and its unique approach of tracing language through quotations. It discusses the challenges faced by the editor, James Murray, and highlights the surprising aspects of the dictionary's creation.
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