The Gripping true story Behind Creation of Oxford English Dictionary.

The Oxford English Dictionary was created by two unlikely contributors: Professor James Murray & Dr. William Chester Minor.

Minor, a madman, committed murder but still provided valuable examples of word usage.

Despite his confinement in an insane asylum, he & Murray formed a friendship.

Murray was a respected professor & passionate linguist. Minor was a brilliant man driven mad by the war.

Both men's contributions resulted in one of the greatest dictionaries in the English language.

The story highlights the power of language & the human spirit.

A must-read for word lovers & those interested in the stories behind dictionaries.