The man who made lists : love, death, madness, and the creation of Roget's Thesaurus / Joshua Kendall.

The man who made lists : love, death, madness, and the creation of Roget's Thesaurus / Joshua Kendall.

By
: 
Kendall, Joshua C., 1960-

Publication Date
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2008-2009

Publication Information
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New York : Berkley Books,

Physical Description
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307 p. : ill.

Subject Term
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Lexicographers -- Great Britain -- Biography.
 
Physicians -- Great Britain -- Biography.
 
English language -- Synonyms and antonyms.

Geographic Term
: 
Great Britain -- Biography.

Summary
: 
The Man Who Made Lists lets readers join Roget on his worldly adventures and emotional journeys. This rich narrative explores the power of words and the everlasting legacy of a rediscovered genius.

Language
: 
English

ISBN
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9780399154621

General Note
: 
Includes index.


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