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The Dell Crossword Dictionary

(Paperback)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

The Dell Crossword Dictionary

Contributors:
ISBN:

9780385315159

Publisher:

Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc

Imprint:

Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group

Publication Date:

2nd November 1988

Country:

United States

Classifications

Readership:

General

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Main Subject:
Other Subjects:

Crosswords and word games

Dewey:

793.73203

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

448

Dimensions:

Width 133mm, Height 202mm, Spine 24mm

Weight:

392g

Description

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.

Author Bio

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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