Author(s): Denise Sutherland

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The cryptic crossword world...explained

Even expert crossword-solvers struggle with cryptics. The clues can often seem nonsensical, mysterious and infuriating, but finally cracking them is immensely satisfying. Solving Cryptic Crosswords For Dummies is designed to help even the most casual crossword lover master these mental feats of gymnastics. Packed with clear explanations, helpful hints, and practice crosswords, the book explains how to approach these problems in a clear and logical manner, providing hints on identifying the different kinds of clues and tips on how to solve them.

Using worked examples and clear explanations, the book guides the reader through the common and not-so-common clues that can be used to decipher even the most confusing cryptics, and includes practice puzzles to put your new skills to the test.

• Introduces and explains cryptic crosswords, from the (relatively) simple to the advanced


• Illustrates the top tips, tricks, and clues to cracking any cryptic through worked examples


• Covers both Commonwealth and U.S.-style cryptics, and explains the subtle differences between them


• Provides plenty of practice crosswords for all levels of difficulty

Cryptic crosswords have emerged as one of today's most popular brainteasers, and Solving Cryptic Crosswords For Dummies is the one-stop resource for becoming a puzzle pro.