The forgotten founding father: Noah Webster's obsession and the creation of an American culture
General non-fiction, United States history, Biography, Historical biography, Literature biography
Human-narrated audio
Summary
Biography of Noah Webster (1758-1843), who first published The American Dictionary in 1828. Chronicles Webster's life as the son of a poor Connecticut farmer who became a confidant of leaders of the American Revolution and discusses the circumstances that led him to become a lexicographer. 2010
Title Details
ISBN
9780399156991
Publisher
G.P. Putnam's Sons
Copyright Date
2010
Book number
4409833
Audio details for CELA title
Narrator
Jake Williams
Duration
13 hours 57 minutes 5 seconds
Audio producer
Talking Book Publishers