“I can hardly believe that I even know this, but I am aware that Noah Webster's original dictionary, apart from being the first truly American lexicography, was a kind of line in the sand. It claimed a very discrete, American form of the English language, explicitly to compare it to the English of our erstwhile colonial masters who had been operating under Dr. Johnson's dictionary rules for well over a century.”
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Bob Garfield
Bob Garfield, born in 1955, is a renowned audio program host with over three decades of experience in the broadcasting industry. Known for his unique style and in-depth analysis, Garfield has hosted several popular radio shows and is recognized for his insightful commentary on public affairs. more