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Solving Cryptic Crosswords: How to Crack Those Cryptic Clues

Solving Cryptic Crosswords: How to Crack Those Cryptic Clues

by B . J . Holmes (Author)

  • Used

    Paperback 2003

    $3.25

  • Used

    Paperback 2004

    $3.25

  • New

    Paperback 2005

    $10.49
Synopsis

It explains how to understand the secret codes that are in every cryptic crossword clue and shows you how to analyse, break down and solve the parts of any clue. The book is packed with worked examples, hundreds of clues for you to tackle and a mini crossword dictionary to help you solve even the toughest cryptic clue.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 128
 Edition: 2Rev Ed
 Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published: 23 Sep 2003
ISBN 10: 0747566437
ISBN 13: 9780747566434
Book Overview: The ideal companion to the Bloomsbury Crossword Solver's Dictionary Ideal for both beginners and improvers Packed with hundreds of examples to illustrate how crossword clues work Includes real crossword grids with detailed explanations so readers can test themselves

Media Reviews
'If you want to introduce a friend or relative to cryptic crosswords, then buy them this chatty and down-to earth primer which explains all aspects of solving' 1 Across
Author Bio
B. J. Holmes has published more than 20 novels, as well as articles for academic journals, and teaches creative writing. He is fascinated with word puzzles of all sorts.