Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary: More Than 330,000 Solutions for Cryptic and Quick Puzzles

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Anne R. Bradford Collins Puzzles

Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary

More Than 330,000 Solutions for Cryptic and Quick Puzzles

Anne R. Bradford, Collins Puzzles

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HARPER360
09 February 2024

Dictionaries; Hobbies, quizzes & games; Crosswords

The bestselling companion for all crossword solvers and compilers

Compiled over 60 years by a single author based on her experience of solving crosswords each day, this companion is regarded by top compilers as the authority for solvers and setters alike. Anne Bradford’s work is now continued by her daughter Gillian.

Every word has appeared as a solution to a real crossword clue making it the must-have crossword dictionary for all cryptic and quick crosswords lovers.

• Now with more than 330,000 solutions

• Recognize the key words used in cryptic crossword clues which indicate whether the solution is an anagram, pun, or word play

• Browse through themed vocabulary lists, which are arranged by word length and alphabetically to help you find solutions easily

By: Anne R. Bradford, Collins Puzzles
Imprint: HARPER360
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 8th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 258mm, Width: 168mm, Spine: 46mm
Weight: 1.500kg
ISBN: 9780008469900
ISBN 10: 0008469903
Pages: 928
Publication Date: 09 February 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Replaced By: 9780008673031
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Anne Bradford has been compiling her Crossword Solver’s Dictionary since 1957, and regularly publishes new editions. She devotes a considerable time each day to solving crosswords, and notes, on average, 150 words a week. She is an active member of the Crossword Club and also sets crosswords. She lives in London. Collins has been publishing educational and informative books for almost 200 years. Throughout this rich heritage we have maintained an impressive record in creating market-leading products across various sectors.

Reviews for Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary: More Than 330,000 Solutions for Cryptic and Quick Puzzles

'I've been doing crosswords for over 60 years - but I still can't do without my companion - Anne Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary' - Colin Dexter 'Truly indispensable' - Derek Harrison, The Crossword Centre 'This book is rarely out of my sight; need I say more?' - Aragon, The Times '... a comprehensive and invaluable tool for all solvers and setters alike' - Rufus, Guardian 'An unrivalled and dependable companion for all serious setters and solvers' - Azed, Observer 'A treasure store for anyone who loves words ... I think it's amazing' - Araucaria, Guardian 'The crossword setter's Holy Grail, a must-have for all cruciverbalists ... [and] ... lovers of crosswords' - Mawby, Daily Telegraph 'When I'm stuck on a puzzle... I tend to turn not to a thesaurus but to Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary' - Alan Connor, Guardian