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Word Freak
Book • 2001
In 'Word Freak', Stefan Fatsis delves into the world of competitive Scrabble, chronicling his transformation from a casual player to an expert.
The book explores the game's history, strategies, and the eccentric characters that inhabit this competitive realm.
It also examines themes of obsession, brilliance, and the power of language.
The book explores the game's history, strategies, and the eccentric characters that inhabit this competitive realm.
It also examines themes of obsession, brilliance, and the power of language.
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Tom Vanderbilt

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