Kit Williams
Kit Williams
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Kit Williams is a British author, puzzle maker, and artist best known for creating the Golden Hinde treasure hunt.
Birth and Death Dates
Born: 4 October 1946 in London, England
Status: Alive
Nationality and Profession(s)
Nationality: British
Profession: Author, Puzzle Maker, Artist
Early Life and Background
Kit Williams was born in London in 1946. Growing up, he developed an interest in art and design, which would later influence his work as a puzzle maker. After completing his education, Williams worked as a graphic designer before turning to writing and creating puzzles full-time.
Major Accomplishments
Williams' most notable achievement is the creation of the Golden Hinde treasure hunt, a series of cryptic clues and puzzles that led contestants on a wild goose chase across England in search of a golden hare. The event was a huge success, capturing the public's imagination and cementing Williams' reputation as a master puzzle maker.
Notable Works or Actions
In addition to the Golden Hinde treasure hunt, Williams has written several books, including "Golden Rabbie" and "The Golden Hare". He has also created numerous other puzzles and games that have been featured in newspapers and magazines around the world.
Impact and Legacy
Williams' work has had a lasting impact on the world of puzzle making. His innovative approach to puzzle design has inspired countless others, and his creations continue to be enjoyed by people all over the globe. The Golden Hinde treasure hunt remains one of the most iconic and enduring puzzles of all time, a testament to Williams' skill and creativity.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Kit Williams is widely quoted and remembered for his ingenious puzzle designs and his ability to captivate audiences with his creative works. His legacy extends beyond his individual creations, as he has helped shape the landscape of puzzle making and inspire a new generation of puzzle enthusiasts.
Quotes by Kit Williams
As I was working I noticed that the way I designed the differential gearing actually created a spare drive that sat directly below the emperor’s feet, or where they would be if he were to sit in the chariot.
The original item looked like a little hand cart with the figure of a man mounted on a platform between the wheels. The man’s outstretched arm always pointed south.
If we listen human instinct actually tells us what we need, but advertising makes us want things we don’t need and things we can’t have.
I think most artists find it difficult to part with their work but it’s the parting that keeps us alive and keeps us working. In the case of the chariot, although it’s been sold I actually still have it, just in another form.
In practical terms the South Pointing Chariot was a simple direction finder. It could have been made to point in any direction – north, south, east or west.
The hoop is there to remind us not to jump through it, not to submit to someone else’s control.
The city had probably made some inadvertent technical mistakes in computing overtime, ... The city had paid firefighters about what the Fair Labor Standards Act would have mandated, but we paid EMT pay, Hazmat pay and longevity pay as a specific amount every pay period rather than including it as a pay component for overtime pay computation.
It inspired all sorts of whims and fancies that I ultimately wove into a fairy tale complete with muse, the earth, the moon, some famous inventors, a dog and a rabbit.