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Who better to challenge with a book of puzzles and brainteasers than the caffeine-buzzed java drinkers of the world? Helene Hovanec and Patrick Merrell, puzzleworld celebrities and collectors of coffee trivia, have compiled more than 40 crossword puzzles, word searches, graphic mazes, and Sudoku to solve alongside a good, strong cup of joe.* Quirky trivia, fun factoids, and quotations from famous coffee imbibers engage readers between puzzles. From botanical facts about coffee trees to consumption statistics about today's coffee-obsessed world, there's enough information to make a coffee connoisseur of every reader. Puzzles, trivia, and coffee quips — a piquant blend of rich, coffee flavor for the latte-addicted among us.
* There is some disagreement over the origin of the term "cup of joe." Many think it originated with Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels, who abolished wine from his officers' meals, leaving them with nothing stronger than coffee. Others think it may have begun as a mispronunciation of the French word, "chaud," which means hot and rhymes with joe.
About the Author
Coffee Time brings together every talent Patrick Merrell possesses: writing, researching, illustrating, and designing. He's written and/or illustrated more than 150 books, contributed to many national magazines, and is one of the New York Times's most popular crossword creators. He lives with his wife and daughter in Mount Vernon, NY. Helene Hovanec, author of numerous puzzle books, coordinates the annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament and is active in the World Puzzle Federation. She comes from a long line of coffee drinkers and has been a coffee aficionado for her entire adult life. She lives in New York City. |
