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Short Stuff: Is It Theater or Theatre?

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The American Spelling Book: A Tool for Independence

This chapter explores the impact of Noah Webster's American Spelling Book in standardizing American English and its staggering sales figures. It highlights Webster's ambition to address language inconsistencies and his role in fostering a distinct American identity through education.

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