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The Crossword Obsession

The History and Love of the World's Most Popular Pastime

by Coral Amende ; Frances Hansen


ISBN: 0425186822
ISBN-13: 9780425186824
Format: Paperback

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Publisher: Berkley Pub Group
Published date: 2002
Size: 6.25 x 8 inches
Weight: 0.75 pounds
Pages: 384

Publisher's Notes

Enhanced by a special selection of challenging puzzles, an entertaining history of the corssword puzzle traces the origins and evolution of the modern puzzle from early word games and discusses the cluing and construction of puzzles, solving tips, websites from crosswords and research, and crossword tournaments and contests. Reissue.

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1) The Crossword Obsession: The History and Love of the World's Most Popular Pastime
Amende, Coral; Hansen, Frances

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Berkley Publishing Group, 2002. Clean, tight copy with no writing or marking. Not an ex-library book. The Spine is not creased. Colorfully illustrated cover. Includes 5 Chapters, Appendixes, Glossary, Quick Quizzes, and a brief biography of the author. . First Edition 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. Soft Cover. Very Good. Measures: 6" x 8". 369 Pages. (more information)

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Amende, Coral; Hansen, Frances

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Berkley Publishing Group, 2002. Near-new condition. NO writing, marks or tears - Tight spine - Bright pages. 369 pages. NO remainder marks or price clippings - The history of the crossword puzzle in all its glory-from the earliest games such as word squares and acrostics, through the creation of the New York Times crossword, to the modern day phenomenon. Now, this enchanting, informative book is being re-released with humorous illustrations throughout. Author Biography: Coral Amende is a veteran puzzle constructor whose crosswords have been featured in many national publications, including the New York Times (Sunday Edition), Los Angeles Magazine, and Washington Post. She is also the author of several popular reference titles. . Trade Paperback. Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. (more information)

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Berkley Pub Group, 2002. Softcover. Brand New. 8.00 x 6.30 x 1.00. Brand new. Never read or owned. No marks. 12.0 oz. Enhanced by a special selection of challenging puzzles, an entertaining history of the corssword puzzle traces the origins and evolution of the modern puzzle from early word games and discusses the cluing and construction of puzzles, solving tips, websites from crosswords and research, and crossword tournaments and contests. Reissue. . (more information)

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Amende, Coral

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22) The Crossword Obsession : The History and Lore of the World's Most Popular Pastime
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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Berkley Publishing Group, 2002. First edition, first printing. 8vo. Quarter cloth binding, 384 pp. Illustrated. This lively, detailed history of the crossword puzzle not only gives clues about how and why these puzzles became so popular, but also introduces the people behind the story and the sometimes surprising role crosswords have played in our culture. It is full of tips and comments from crossword solvers and creators, general solving strategies and secrets, information on crossword tournaments and contests, the dope on computer software for the puzzle constructor, a reference section that includes websites for crosswords and research websites, and a bonus selection of challenging puzzles. New in new dustjacket.. First Edition. Quarter Cloth. New/New. Illus. by Illustrated. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. (more information)

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New York, New York, U.S.A.: Berkley Publishing Group, 2002. First edition, first printing. 8vo. Quarter cloth binding, 384 pp. Illustrated. This lively, detailed history of the crossword puzzle not only gives clues about how and why these puzzles became so popular, but also introduces the people behind the story and the sometimes surprising role crosswords have played in our culture. It is full of tips and comments from crossword solvers and creators, general solving strategies and secrets, information on crossword tournaments and contests, the dope on computer software for the puzzle constructor, a reference section that includes websites for crosswords and research websites, and a bonus selection of challenging puzzles. New in new dustjacket.. First Edition. Quarter Cloth. New/New. Illus. by Illustrated. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. (more information)

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