Noah Webster American Men of Letters

Language: EnglishPublished: February 9, 2010

Subjects:

Educators United States Biography Webster, Noah, 1758-1843 Lexicographers

Bookshelves:

Teaching & Education Biographies - 1 Language & Communication

Authors:

Scudder, Horace Elisha
1838 - 1902
Warner, Charles Dudley
1829 - 1900

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In a period marked by the nation’s struggle for identity, Noah Webster emerged as a transformative figure in American education and language. His dedication to establishing a distinct American spelling system and his influential dictionary not only shaped the way Americans communicated but also reflected the burgeoning sense of national pride. In "Noah Webster: American Men of Letters," author Horace Elisha Scudder delves into Webster's profound impact on literacy and the concept of "unalienable rights" through education. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this insightful exploration reveals how one man's vision helped forge a unified American culture. Discover the legacy of a man whose work continues to resonate in today's discourse on language and identity.