Isaac K. Funk
Lexicographer and publisher, co-founded Funk & Wagnalls
Born
September 10th, 1839
186 years ago
Died
April 4th, 1912
113 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Co-founded Funk & Wagnalls, a significant publishing company. Contributed to the development of various dictionaries and encyclopedias, including the popular 'Standard Dictionary of the English Language'. Played a key role in improving public access to lexicographical resources. Helped establish the Funk & Wagnalls Company as a prominent publisher in the early 20th century through a focus on accuracy and comprehensiveness in definitions and entries.
Co-founded Funk & Wagnalls
Published the 'Standard Dictionary of the English Language'
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