Solving Cryptic Crosswords for Dummies - Brossura

Sutherland, Denise

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ISBN 10: 0730384705 ISBN 13: 9780730384700

Casa editrice: For Dummies, 2019

Riassunto

Solving Cryptic Crosswords for Dummies (9780730384700) was previously published as Solving Cryptic Crosswords for Dummies (9781118305256). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.

The cryptic crossword world...explained

Even expert crossword-solvers struggle with cryptics. The clues can often seem nonsensical, mysterious and infuriating, but finally cracking them is immensely satisfying. Solving Cryptic Crosswords For Dummies is designed to help even the most casual crossword lover master these mental feats of gymnastics. Packed with clear explanations, helpful hints, and practice crosswords, the book explains how to approach these problems in a clear and logical manner, providing hints on identifying the different kinds of clues and tips on how to solve them.

Using worked examples and clear explanations, the book guides the reader through the common and not-so-common clues that can be used to decipher even the most confusing cryptics, and includes practice puzzles to put your new skills to the test.

Introduces and explains cryptic crosswords, from the (relatively) simple to the advanced Illustrates the top tips, tricks, and clues to cracking any cryptic through worked examples Covers both Commonwealth and U.S. style cryptics, and explains the subtle differences between them.

Provides plenty of practice crosswords for all levels of difficulty Cryptic crosswords have emerged as one of today's most popular brainteasers, and Solving Cryptic Crosswords For Dummies is the one-stop resource for becoming a puzzle pro.

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Informazioni sull?autore

Denise Sutherland is a syndicated puzzle author. Her crosswords, word searches and other puzzles appear in a range of publications around the world, and she has written many puzzle books, including Cryptic Crossword Puzzles For Dummies and Word Searches For Dummies.

Dalla quarta di copertina

• Complete puzzles with confidence!
• From easy to medium to difficult puzzles
• Keep your brain fit and healthy

Master the cryptic crossword at any difficulty level

Even experienced crossword solvers struggle with cryptics. Solving Cryptic Crosswords For Dummies helps all crossword lovers—from casual to expert— master the feats of mental gymnastics required to conquer these puzzles. Packed with clear explanations, helpful hints and practice grids, this book explains how to approach cryptic crosswords in a clear and logical manner.

Inside...

• Information on the mental benefits of solving cryptic crosswords
• Tips on how to identify different kinds of clues
• Worked examples and clear explanations
• Reference lists to help you decipher the cryptic code
• Hints to help you on your way if you're stuck

Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: For Dummies
• Data di pubblicazione: 2019
• ISBN 10: 0730384705
• ISBN 13: 9780730384700
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Lingua: Inglese
• Numero edizione: 2
• Numero di pagine: 201
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile