​Rare 20th Anniversary Edition: IPP20 Los Angeles (2000) Official Souvenir Book & CD

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From the Private Collection of the late Bill Darah

​Up for auction is the Official Records of the 20th International Puzzle Party (IPP20), held in Los Angeles, California, in August 2000. This is a rare opportunity to own a foundational piece of modern puzzle history, produced in a limited run only for the ~400 invited attendees.

​Distinguished Provenance

​This book was a part of the curated library of the late Bill Darah, a titan of the international puzzle community. Bill’s items are highly coveted by collectors not just for their rarity, but for the meticulous care he took in preserving them. This is a "pedigree" copy that carries the legacy of one of the community's most respected members.

​Condition: Pristine with Original CD

​This volume has been exceptionally well-preserved:

• ​Binding: The white plastic comb binding is flawless and allows the book to lay perfectly flat.
• ​Pages: Crisp, clean, and bright. No markings, signatures, or highlights.
• ​Original Media: Includes the original interactive CD tucked into the rear sleeve. This CD contains an extended 400-page version of the booklet with animations and early puzzle software—a rare find for collectors!

​Historical Significance

​IPP20 was a "Silver Age" milestone for the organization. This record is particularly special for including:

• ​The Edward Hordern Tribute: A moving "Goodbye, Edward" section written by Jerry Slocum and James Dalgety, honoring one of the world's greatest puzzle collectors.
• ​20th Anniversary Retrospective: Documentation of the first two decades of the International Puzzle Party.
• ​The Exchange Records: A visual catalog of nearly 100 exchange puzzles—an essential identification resource for any serious collector.
• ​L.A. Event Highlights: Records of the banquet at the Marriott and the unique puzzles of the new millennium.

​A Note on Integrity

​In keeping with the traditions of the IPP and to honor the designers, I have intentionally excluded photos of the puzzle solution pages. These proprietary solutions are part of the intrinsic value of the book and will be revealed only to the winning bidder.

Shipping determined at close of auction.