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Language: English
Published by Berkley Trade, 2002
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- Title
- The Crossword Obsession: The History and Lore of the World's Most Popular Pastime
- Author
- Amende, Coral
- Publisher
- Berkley Trade
- Publication year
- 2002
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0425186822
- ISBN 13
- 9780425186824
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.
Now, this enchanting, informative book is being re-released with humorous illustrations throughout.
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About the Author
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.
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