The New Webster Encyclopedic Dictionary Of The English Language
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Pages: Yellowed
A cornerstone of home libraries and scholarly studies alike, The New Webster Encyclopedic Dictionary of The English Language stands as one of the most comprehensive and authoritative references ever compiled for English speakers. Edited in chief by Virginia S. Thatcher and shaped by Advisory Editor and Lexicographer Alexander McQueen, this monumental volume presents an exhaustive catalogue of the English lexicon, offering precise definitions, etymological roots, pronunciation guides, and encyclopedic entries that bridge the gap between a traditional dictionary and a full reference encyclopedia. Published by Consolidated Book Publishers of Chicago, the work was produced by a dedicated editorial staff — including Margaret L. Smith, Clarice Gunn, Anne Tomkins, Peter Morrison, Walter Eckart, David Phelps, George Mildahl, Willard Grayson Smitlin, and Ava Freedman — whose collective expertise ensured a breadth and depth of coverage rarely matched in a single volume. The New Webster Encyclopedic Dictionary occupies a significant place in the tradition of American lexicography, drawing on the storied legacy of Noah Webster's original vision of a distinctly American yet universally accessible English reference work. Its encyclopedic scope distinguishes it from mere wordbooks, weaving factual entries and cultural context seamlessly into the linguistic record, making it an indispensable tool for writers, students, educators, and anyone with a passion for the precise power of language. Whether consulted for a single elusive definition or browsed for the sheer pleasure of discovery, this dictionary rewards curiosity at every turn.
Author: Virginia S. Thatcher
Format: Hardback
Published: 1952, Consolidated Book Publishers
Genre: Dictionaries
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Yellowed
A cornerstone of home libraries and scholarly studies alike, The New Webster Encyclopedic Dictionary of The English Language stands as one of the most comprehensive and authoritative references ever compiled for English speakers. Edited in chief by Virginia S. Thatcher and shaped by Advisory Editor and Lexicographer Alexander McQueen, this monumental volume presents an exhaustive catalogue of the English lexicon, offering precise definitions, etymological roots, pronunciation guides, and encyclopedic entries that bridge the gap between a traditional dictionary and a full reference encyclopedia. Published by Consolidated Book Publishers of Chicago, the work was produced by a dedicated editorial staff — including Margaret L. Smith, Clarice Gunn, Anne Tomkins, Peter Morrison, Walter Eckart, David Phelps, George Mildahl, Willard Grayson Smitlin, and Ava Freedman — whose collective expertise ensured a breadth and depth of coverage rarely matched in a single volume. The New Webster Encyclopedic Dictionary occupies a significant place in the tradition of American lexicography, drawing on the storied legacy of Noah Webster's original vision of a distinctly American yet universally accessible English reference work. Its encyclopedic scope distinguishes it from mere wordbooks, weaving factual entries and cultural context seamlessly into the linguistic record, making it an indispensable tool for writers, students, educators, and anyone with a passion for the precise power of language. Whether consulted for a single elusive definition or browsed for the sheer pleasure of discovery, this dictionary rewards curiosity at every turn.