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21 Games for the B.B.C.Micro by Mike James |S.M. Gee| Kay ewbank [rare books]

21 Games for the B.B.C.Micro by Mike James |S.M. Gee| Kay ewbank [rare books]

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Published in April 1983 by Granada Publishing, 21 Games for the BBC Micro (often accompanied by an Acorn Electron edition) is a programming anthology showcasing 21 complete, original games written in BASIC. Authored by Mike James, with contributions from S. M. Gee and Kay Ewbank, the book provides full source code listings, clear step-by-step explanations, and annotated guidance to help users understand how each game works—from design to debugging. Covering a variety of genres—puzzles, arcade-style action, traditional board games like “Capture the Quark”—the book is both an educational resource and a creative spark for BBC Micro and Acorn Electron enthusiasts . At approximately 160 pages (about 40,000 words), it balances technical depth with readability, making it suitable for hobbyist programmers and educators alike .

About the Authors

Mike James is a prolific author in the early-1980s home computing space, co-writing several programming books—including titles on the ZX Spectrum and Acorn. He focused on making programming accessible to beginners through game-based learning  

S. M. Gee and Kay Ewbank, credited as contributors, helped in code development, explanations, and editing. Ewbank notably co-authored related titles like BBC Micro Gamemaster, showcasing her role in BBC Micro educational content

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