The Penguin book of ... word games ..
David Parlett • 1982 • Penguin
- Author
- David Parlett
- First published
- 1982
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Subjects
- Word games
- ISBN
- 9780140056860
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The Penguin Book of Word Games, authored by David Parlett and published in 1982, emerged during a period when Penguin Books was actively expanding its list of intellectual hobbies and social entertainment titles. Parlett, a highly regarded games consultant and designer, curated this volume to categorize and explain the structural mechanics of word-based play, ranging from traditional parlor games to sophisticated linguistic challenges.
The design of the book reflects the utilitarian yet accessible aesthetic associated with Penguin paperbacks of the early 1980s. Parlett aimed to provide a comprehensive reference that moved beyond simple word searches, focusing instead on the logic and rules governing vocabulary competition. It was received as a definitive manual for enthusiasts and remains cited for its clear, systematic approach to a broad variety of tabletop and social games.
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