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Cryptic Crosswords For Dummies

2012-10-15

9781118305218

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Put your cryptic-cracking skills to use!

With over 50 puzzles and 1,750 clues for you to conquer, Cryptic Crosswords for Dummies is filled with cryptics that range from (relatively) simple to expert-level, along with brief explanations of the most common types of clues and helpful hints on how to solve them.

Used on its own or as a companion to Solving Cryptic Crosswords for Dummies, this book will keep your brain busy for hours!

Apply the basics – use fundamental rules to solve puzzles Build your solving skills – practise consistently on various grid types Tackle pesky anagrams – decode anagram clues aplenty Use sums to find the answer – add and subtract letters to get the correct word Detect double definitions – answer hints with more than one meaning Explore hidden messages – become a master at uncovering unseen solutions