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Anne R. Bradford (Author)
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Publication Date: 3 Sep 2009 | Series: Dictionary

The number one bestseller!

This new edition of the much-loved Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary offers even more. Available in hardback with a clear text design, this edition is durable and easy to use. Users will never again be short of answers to their crossword clues!

Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary is a unique type of crossword dictionary in that it has been compiled and crafted by a single author based on her 45 years’ experience of crossword solving. Every word in this dictionary has appeared as a solution to a real crossword clue. Previous readers have found this book an invaluable reference work for both cryptic and quick crosswords, and new users will be quickly converted!

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  • Hardcover: 896 pages
  • Publisher: Collins; 8th edition (3 Sep 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 000732927X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0007329274
  • Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15.4 x 5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (63 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 121,607 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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‘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

‘The result of a 50-year compilation… excellent’ – Quixote, Independent

‘… 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

About the Author

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.

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Useful crossword aid 17 Jan 2011
By Badger
Format:Paperback
Bought this crossword dictionary plus the Bradford Crossword Solvers Lists for my husband for Christmas. My 70-year old husband is a technophobe but enjoys doing his daily crossword. His dictionary and thesaurus were so well thumbed the covers and some of the pages were falling apart. Every Sunday he attempts a more complex crossword in a well-known newspaper and, inevitably, I found myself on the internet, trying to find answers to some of the clues. NOT ANY MORE! He has found these 2 books invaluable.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Bradfords crossword solvers dictionary 27 Sep 2009
By Mrs. B. Powley
Format:Hardcover
The dictionary was purchased for my 89yrs young friend who has bad eyesight, she thought it was good for her as she is a crossword fiend. It is a good size, printed well and good for crossworders. I hope this makes sense and is helpful.
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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Collins Bradfords crossword solvers dictionary 17 Jun 2010
By margaret
Format:Hardcover
On the whole very good but it has a lot missing, i.e.naming countries and their capitals (capitals are shown but not to which country they relate) various anniversaries, authors, playwrights etc. various gods and religions, Greek and Roman alphabets and numbers also not shown. Personally although this book is helpful I do not find it anywhere as good as the 30 year old Crossword solver I disposed of thinking this would give as much if not more information.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Crossword Addicts! 8 Jan 2011
By Miss Mutley
Format:Hardcover
Great reference book for crossword addicts, Easy to use, has many listings and helpful hints as how to work out cryptic clues, would recommend to dedicated crosswordians or novices.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Bradfords Crossword Solvers Dictionary 25 Dec 2009
By Mrs. A. Boot
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Couldn't imagine doing Crosswords without this book somewhere to hand !! Fantastic and the new layout is GREAT. Buy it if you are a Crossword fanatic like me !!
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27 of 30 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Bradford`s Crossword Solver`s Dictionary 31 Jan 2010
By Robert Archer VINE™ VOICE
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Although by no means a crossword soling fanatic I do enjoy spending time at the weekend with the papers and testing myself with a selection of cryptic and general knowledge crosswords. Initially I was sceptical about needing the Bradford`s book because I had always relied on a normal dictionary, encyclopedia and a thesaurus. Since reciving the book however I have found myself turning to it in preference to the other reference works.
The crossword solver is both comprehensive and user-friendly. Anne Bradford has a lifetime`s experience of solving crosswords and it shows in the utility of the book she has compiled.
Perhaps I should also admit to simply perusing the book without any crossword in front of me. Sometimes I`ve opened the book at random and run my eye down an entry. (The one for musical entries produced some wonderful new words).
I keep this book close to hand aabout the house and find it invaluable. I can recommend this book without hesitation.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary 6 Nov 2010
By John L
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This was a present for my father. He'd had a previous edition of this book before but was delighted with this new version. He found it right up to date and enjoyed all the new material it contained. Excellent!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A cross-word addicts' dream book!! 2 Nov 2011
By lainey64
Format:Hardcover
This is the 8th edition and covers nearly all the possible clues for a general knowledge crossword. As it is a hard back and is used a lot, it doesn't fall apart like the over-used paper-back one of old.
It's well worth it to get the hard-backed copy, though it's a little heavy, it's money well spent. It's very easy to make your own additions as there is plenty of space.
I would thoroughly recommend it if you love words, phrases and general knowledge.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Much easier to find references than earlier versions. Division into categories really helpful - such a plants, rivers countries and capital cities, etc etc.
Published 20 hours ago by BIGWAL
5.0 out of 5 stars My reason to recommend
It is very comprehensive and I find it very helpful. It is alphabetical instead of number of letters which complements my other crossword dictionary
Published 5 days ago by Margaut
5.0 out of 5 stars Great dictionary
For that extra support that one needs in solving a clue this more than fits the bill.Excellent.Crosswords don't stand a chance with this.
Published 21 days ago by Mrs. H. L. D. Maile
4.0 out of 5 stars How did I manage without this?
A 'must have' reference book for anyone who loves crosswords. It's easy to use and removes the frustration factor! Great.
Published 1 month ago by Mad Ma
5.0 out of 5 stars Collins Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary Anne R. Bradford
I do a lot of crosswords and so this book is with me when ever I am doing them. It's brilliant.
Published 1 month ago by Judith Howes
4.0 out of 5 stars Crossword Solver Saviour
Can't afford to be without this dictionary - my mornings wouldn't start anywhere near so well without it - A godsend !
Published 2 months ago by simonh
5.0 out of 5 stars Crossword solver
I couldn't complete my crosswords without this book. It covers nearly every subject I need for my general knowledge crosswords.
Published 2 months ago by Mary Dod
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for crossword addicts
Have been waiting for ages for the Kindle version (already have a hard copy). In many ways better than the hard copy and great for use on holidays
Published 2 months ago by susan stapleton-case
5.0 out of 5 stars Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary
a very useful aid in crossword solving - it really works. It has made a huge difference to the way i approach crossword solving
Published 2 months ago by Christopher Thorpe
5.0 out of 5 stars Collins Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary
The best laid out dictionary ever. Its a wonderful help for crosswords. I wouldn't be without it. You must buy it.
Published 2 months ago by Anne Earls
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