How To Solve Cryptic Crosswords

by KevinSkinner (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1993

  $3.22

  Kevin Skinner explains cryptic crosswords and discusses the principles of 'double straight' clues, word exchanging, how to spot anagrams and a host of other stratagems which feature in every wily compiler's repertoire.

• New

  Paperback
  2008

  $10.63

  Expert crossword compiler and solver Kevin Skinner shows in easy steps how to solve those trickier puzzles. Once you recognize the type of clue used, you're half way to finding the answer. Learn to spot: . Double straight clues . Double meaning clues . Word exchange clues . Homophone clues . Anagrams . And all the other clever clues beloved of crossword compilers Work your way through the example crosswords provided and hone your new-found skills. The explanations show how the answers are arrived at, so you can see precisely how each clue works. Next time you come across a clue of the same type, you'll be able to tease out the answer for yourself and beat the compiler at their own game!