The Professor and the Madman is a captivating book that tells the extraordinary true story of the creation of the Oxford English Dictionary. It explores the unlikely collaboration between Professor James Murray and Dr. William Minor, a convicted murderer confined to an asylum. This book delves into the complexities of language, the power of words, and the human capacity for redemption. With rich historical detail and compelling storytelling, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the making of one of the most influential dictionaries in the English language.