The Professor And The Madman is a captivating story that delves into the life of the renowned professor, Sir James Murray, and the highs and lows he experienced. In 1857, he embarked on the monumental task of compiling the Oxford English Dictionary, and it was during this time that he received over 10,000 entries from a patient at the Broadmoor Criminal Lunatic Asylum. This patient's contributions played a crucial role in the creation of the dictionary. Sir James Murray later went on to lead the oversight committee and the WC Trade Guild, cementing his status as a name that is still revered by many to this day.