Description
Discover the compelling true story in 'The Surgeon of Crowthorne', a captivating exploration of the extraordinary life of W.C. Minor, an unlikely volunteer in the creation of the Oxford English Dictionary. Experience the gripping narrative that details Minor's remarkable journey from a successful American Civil War surgeon to a resident of Broadmoor Asylum, where he dedicated his life to lexicography within the confines of his cell. This B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 1999, consists of 224 pages filled with gripping historical insights and profound life reflections. Ideal for enthusiasts of literary history, psychological depth, and cultural evolution, 'The Surgeon of Crowthorne' invites readers into a world where genius meets madness. Add this intriguing work to your collection and immerse yourself in the fascinating intersections of mental health and literary achievement. Your purchase ensures swift delivery, bringing this incredible story directly to your doorstep, allowing you to delve into the past as soon as possible.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140271287
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 1999
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
The making of the Oxford English Dictionary was a monumental 50 year task requiring thousands of volunteers.
One of the keenest volunteers was a W C Minor who astonished everyone by refusing to come to Oxford to receive his congratulations. In the end, James Murray, the OED's editor, went to Crowthorne in Berkshire to meet him. What he found was incredible - Minor was a millionaire American civil war surgeon turned lunatic, imprisoned in Broadmoor Asylum for murder and yet who dedicated his entire cell-bound life to work on the English language.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140271287
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 1999
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
The making of the Oxford English Dictionary was a monumental 50 year task requiring thousands of volunteers.
One of the keenest volunteers was a W C Minor who astonished everyone by refusing to come to Oxford to receive his congratulations. In the end, James Murray, the OED's editor, went to Crowthorne in Berkshire to meet him. What he found was incredible - Minor was a millionaire American civil war surgeon turned lunatic, imprisoned in Broadmoor Asylum for murder and yet who dedicated his entire cell-bound life to work on the English language.