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The Dell Crossword Dictionary - (21st Century Reference) by Wayne Robert Williams (Paperback)

Name: The Dell Crossword Dictionary - (21st Century Reference) by Wayne Robert Williams (Paperback)
Brand: Bantam Dell
SKU: 93673224
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No longer a test of classical knowledge, the modern crossword is a challenging labyrinth of clever clues, timely puns, and computer-age acronyms that baffle even puzzle afficionados.
About the Author: Wayne Robert Williams is the creator of the prestigious Dell Champion line of puzzle magazines.
448 Pages
Games & Activities, Crosswords
Series Name: 21st Century Reference

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About the Book

Stumped by the site of the '68 Olympics? Pondering the name of a Portuguese coin? Look it up in "The Dell Crossword Dictionary," the ultimate reference for word puzzle solvers. Packed with solving aids for pun-filled clues and difficult "cryptic clues," the dictionary has been fully updated for the computer age.

Book Synopsis

No longer a test of classical knowledge, the modern crossword is a challenging labyrinth of clever clues, timely puns, and computer-age acronyms that baffle even puzzle afficionados. Completely revised and expanded, The Dell Crossword Dictionary ends the search for precisely the right word by providing a ready reference as up-to-date as this morning's puzzle.

Including a thoroughly cross-referenced "Word Finder," the most extensive "Name-Finder" in any dictionary, and countless special trivia sections, this comprehensive, easy to use reference tools is a must-have for any puzzle fan.

About the Author

Wayne Robert Williams is the creator of the prestigious Dell Champion line of puzzle magazines. A familiar and well-respected figure in the puzzle world, he has created and edited a wide variety of puzzles, puzzle books and puzzle magazines. He's been the Chicago Tribune crossword editor since 1997.

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Dimensions (Overall): 7.9 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.1 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 448

Genre: Games & Activities

Sub-Genre: Crosswords

Series Title: 21st Century Reference

Publisher: Bantam Dell

Theme: Dictionaries

Format: Paperback

Author: Wayne Robert Williams

Language: English

Street Date: December 1, 1995

TCIN: 93673224

UPC: 9780385315159

Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-3993

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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