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How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords

(Paperback)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords

Contributors:

By (Author) Kevin Skinner

ISBN:

9780716022084

Publisher:

Little, Brown Book Group

Imprint:

How To Books Ltd

Publication Date:

20th August 2010

UK Publication Date:

30th October 2008

Country:

United Kingdom

Classifications

Readership:

General

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Dewey:

793.732

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

160

Dimensions:

Width 128mm, Height 194mm, Spine 14mm

Weight:

120g

Description

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!

Author Bio

Kevin Skinner is an experienced cryptic crossword compiler and solver.

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