The Times Quick Cryptic Crossword Book 1 (Paperback)

The Times Mind Games

ISBN 10: 0008139814 / ISBN 13: 9780008139810

Published by HarperCollins Publishers, London, 2016

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Paperback. Challenge yourself with these fun crossword puzzles.80 puzzles from The Times adapting the cryptic puzzle for those with a hectic lifestyle and schedule. Ideal for those starting out with cryptic crosswords, and those whod like to tackle the main puzzle but feel daunted, or who can perhaps only solve a handful of clues. Appearing Monday to Friday in the puzzle pages of Times2, this crossword has a reduced 13x13 grid size and reduced difficulty too, the intention being to encourage people to take their first steps in tackling cryptic crosswords. And also to cater for those of us who have limited time to devote to our favourite pastime and need a ready-made set of puzzles that is solvable in a short space of time.In addition to the 80 puzzles there is a sample Quick Cryptic followed by a list of answers with detailed explanations of all the clues. All other solutions, should they be needed, are at the back of the book as usual! Challenge yourself with these fun crossword puzzles.80 puzzles from The Times adapting the cryptic puzzle for those with a hectic lifestyle and schedule. Ideal for those starting out with cryptic crosswords, and those whod like to tackle the main puzzle but feel daunted, or who can perhaps only solve a handful of clues. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Times Quick Cryptic Crossword Book 1 (Paperback)
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers, London
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0008139814
• ISBN 13: 9780008139810
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Challenge yourself at home with word and number puzzles

80 puzzles from The Times adapting the cryptic puzzle for those with a hectic lifestyle and schedule. Ideal for those starting out with cryptic crosswords, and those who'd like to tackle the main puzzle but feel daunted, or who can perhaps only solve a handful of clues.

Appearing Monday to Friday in the puzzle pages of Times2, this crossword has a reduced 13x13 grid size and reduced difficulty too, the intention being to encourage people to take their first steps in tackling cryptic crosswords. And also to cater for those of us who have limited time to devote to our favourite pastime and need a ready-made set of puzzles that is solvable in a short space of time.

In addition to the 80 puzzles there is a sample Quick Cryptic followed by a list of answers with detailed explanations of all the clues. All other solutions, should they be needed, are at the back of the book as usual!

About the Author

Times Mind Games brings together the very best puzzles from the pages of The Times: Cryptic and General Knowledge Crosswords, Jumbo Crosswords, Codewords, all levels of Su Doku and mixed number puzzles and word-based games and quizzes.