The Telegraph: How To Solve a Cryptic Crossword

The Telegraph: How To Solve a Cryptic Crossword
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Publisher : Hamlyn
Total Pages : 179
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ISBN-10 : 9780600637073
ISBN-13 : 0600637077
Rating : 4/5 (73 Downloads)

Book Synopsis The Telegraph: How To Solve a Cryptic Crossword by : Telegraph Media Group Ltd

Download or read book The Telegraph: How To Solve a Cryptic Crossword written by Telegraph Media Group Ltd and published by Hamlyn. This book was released on 2020-08-20 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you always wondered how to do a cryptic crossword? Solving one maybe easier than you think thanks to this book. The Telegraph's Puzzle Editor, Chris Lancaster, shows how to crack cryptic crosswords in an easy-to-follow way. This simple-to-use guide will help you solve any cryptic crossword, whether you're a complete beginner or a puzzler seeking to expand your knowledge. This book features: - Explanations of the common clue devices, including double definitions, hidden clues, charades, subtractions, homophones and container-and-contents clues - Work-throughs of practice crosswords - Tips for spotting each variety of clue - The top 10 solving tips you need to know - Advice on reference materials and taking your puzzling to the next level - Chris's top-12 solving tips - Appendices of useful lists including single-letter abbreviations and a glossary of common 'crosswordese' Whether you're a novice or an inveterate puzzle lover, this is the perfect crossword solving guide for all.


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