The evolution of English lexicography

Learn about the history of English lexicography with this insightful lecture by James Augustus Henry Murray. As the primary editor of the Oxford English Dictionary, Murray was uniquely positioned to trace the evolution of the language from the days of the Norman Conquest to the turn of the 20th century. In this lecture, Murray delves into the changes and developments that shaped English lexicography over the centuries. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich history of the English language and how it has been recorded and defined over time.