The Story of Ain't
Clip: 11/15/2012 | 8m 5s
A new book looks at one of the most controversial American dictionaries ever published.
Prescriptive or descriptive? A new book looks at one of the most controversial American dictionaries ever published.
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The Story of Ain't
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Prescriptive or descriptive? A new book looks at one of the most controversial American dictionaries ever published.
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