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Paul Dickson (born July 30, 1939) is a freelance writer of more than 65 non-fiction books, mostly on American English language, history, and popular culture. He is a founding member and former president of Washington Independent Writers and a member of the National Press Club. Dickson coined the term "word word".
Website of Paul Dickson, author of more than 40 books including Sputnik: The Shock of the Century and the Hidden Language of Baseball.
Paul Dickson’s “The Rise of the G.I. Army, 1940-1941” recounts the remarkable story of how the United States built its Army from scratch before World War II.
Website of Paul Dickson, author of more than 40 books including Sputnik: The Shock of the Century and the Hidden Language of Baseball.
"Paul Dickson is a free spirited freelance writer collects facts and words with what he calls the seal the borders on the compulsive."—Writing magazine. "Paul Dickson's books are a feast."—The St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Jan 15, 2013 · In Words From the White House, linguist Paul Dickson looks at the ways presidents have used the office to create and shape American language.
Mar 27, 2024 · Nonetheless, Paul’s defining characteristic as an author is his willingness to share what he knows with others. It is exactly this spirit of generosity and community that led the Independent to choose him as the recipient of its 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award.
