A common entry in crossword puzzles pertaining to components of written works is a reference to a single page. The answer sought often relates to the physical entity that constitutes one side of a sheet within the binding of a literary volume. For example, a clue might read “Page in a novel,” with the intended response being a four-letter word indicating a single sheet within the book.
The frequency of this type of clue stems from the readily identifiable nature of pages in physical books. This familiarity makes it accessible to a wide range of solvers. Further, the limited number of letters typically involved in the answer means it can easily fit within various grid structures. Historically, the importance of individual pages should be noted as information contained on them became and remains a valuable medium to disseminate and obtain information.
