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The Scrabble Saga: From Invention to Competition

This chapter explores the intriguing history of Scrabble, detailing its origins with inventor Alfred Mosher Butts and the transformative rebranding by James Bruneau. It also examines the game's rise to commercial success, ownership changes, and the emergence of structured competitive play. The narrative touches on fluctuations in popularity and the complexities within the Scrabble community over the years.

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