Across
- 4. Dr. Seuss's antihero, a Christmas quiz staple.
- 7. 'Carta' precursor, a document of liberties.
- 8. Hops' strong showing, a bitter brew's initials.
- 10. Brew of choice, not always with a kick.
- 11. Jazz's breath, once in Russ's hands.
- 14. Necessity's philosophical debate, a published critique.
- 16. David's philosophical stance, subject to critique.
- 17. From the City of Lights, his wife's origin.
- 19. Windy city experiences, not just a musical.
- 20. Piano part, essential for a melody, not just for a lock.
- 21. Kodak's city, a stepmother's choice.
- 23. Philosophy of being, beyond mere existence.
Down
- 1. Vision's aid, a scholarly accessory.
- 2. Greek letter, philosophy's love.
- 3. Philosophy doctorate's origin in short, not in Dartmouth.
- 5. Grain in the glass, not just the field.
- 6. Letters broadcasting 'Wait Wait' tales.
- 9. Polar Bears' home in Maine, briefly.
- 10. Philosopher's first, a logician's last?
- 12. Language of love, currently a beginner's challenge.
- 13. Keeper of past narratives, a timeline's friend.
- 15. Old family name, a colonial heritage trace.
- 16. Stir-fry essential, not just a pan.
- 17. Land of Incas, traversed by worldly minds.
- 18. Stratford's river or a Connecticut town?
- 22. Start of a colossal work, a philosophical giant.
- 24. Brewer's pride, not just a simple beer.