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The Times How to Crack Cryptic Crosswords
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- Book Synopsis
- "The best 'how to solve' book available" Richard Browne, former Crossword Editor The TimesAn updated edition from expert crossword setter and experienced tutor, Tim Moorey, including 24 annotated practice crosswords.Cryptic crosswords are no longer the preserve of the elite: in this easy-to-use guide, Tim demonstrates that anyone who enjoys words and word play can learn to solve a cryptic crossword clue.With clear pictorially presented explanations for many clues, you can revel in the deep satisfaction that comes from finishing cryptic crossword puzzles.Designed to apply to the solving of any cryptic crossword, this book develops and expands Tim's first book, How to Master The Times Crossword, and is designed to guide the cryptic crossword beginner to an enriched solving experience.24 clearly annotated practice puzzles from different newspaper and magazine sourcesMany new hints and tips to help every solverGreatly expanded lists e.g. of those all-important abbreviations you should know10 top tips from a champion solver on how to tackle a typical daily crypticUp-to-date sections on the latest help available online eg smartphone and tablet appsIn-depth and clear explanations of every clue and puzzle answerSuitable for children as an introduction to cryptics.
- About The Author
- Tim Moorey has been solving Times crosswords for the past 50 years. He now sets crosswords for the Mephisto and Owzat puzzles in various newspapers and was the joint winner in the Observer's monthly Azed clue-writing competitions for 2004/5. Tim also runs crossword workshops for beginners and provides help for puzzled puzzlers for the Crossword Club.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780008285579
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Times Books, (04 October 2018)
- Number of Pages
- 240
- Weight
- 170 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 198 x 129 x 13 mm
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