The Story of the Crossword

The Story of the Crossword

Paperback (02 Jun 2016)

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Publisher's Synopsis

From its beginnings in New York newspapers to its triumph as the world's favorite word puzzle, this lively history celebrates the crossword. Going decade by decade, it includes puzzles from each era and examines the various types, while puzzle creators, crossword editors, and fans all offer their words of wisdom. It even looks into the future with speculation on solving in the next century!

Book information

ISBN: 9780233004914
Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group Limited
Imprint: André Deutsch
Pub date:
DEWEY: 793.73209
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 224
Weight: 248g
Height: 131mm
Width: 198mm
Spine width: 18mm