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Across or Down, the Best Crosswords Around! With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve! In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book. "Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book "will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere. Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!
There's no better way to spend a lazy day or wind down after a busy one than relaxing with "New York Times" crossword puzzles. So give this book a permanent place on your nightstand. This collection features: -Seventy-five of the "Times'" best easy, enjoyable puzzles-Portable format is perfect for travel or solving at home-Edited by the biggest name in crosswords, Will Shortz.
Across or Down, the Best Crosswords Around! With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve!In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book. "Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book "will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere. Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!
The UK's bestselling puzzles! This new bumper collection of quick-fire crosswords from the Daily Mail has plenty to keep you occupied on the longest of train journeys or the rainiest of evenings. With over 400 puzzles, this is the perfect compilation for any keen crossword-lover, and will test the skills of novices and inveterate crossword-lovers alike.
The next in our popular series of the New York Times Sunday crosswords with bigger, more readable clues! The Sunday New York Times crossword is the biggest, cleverest, greatest puzzle in town! Relax and unwind -- or get totally energized -- with 50 of America's favorite crossword puzzles. Features: - Fifty New York Times Sunday crosswords edited by puzzlemaster Will Shortz - Bold, fun series cover design - Covered spiral binding for easy, stay-flat solving
ACROSS OR DOWN, In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book." Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book" will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere. Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!
Challenge your brain at home with these enjoyable puzzles. 100 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.
*** Dive into this bumper edition of cryptic crosswords from the Telegraph. The ultimate test in lateral thinking, these fiendish crosswords are the perfect way to pit your wits against some of the best compilers around. Whether you're taking a screen-free break or simply relaxing on quiet afternoon, The Telegraph Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords 8 is the ultimate puzzling companion.
A bumper collection of 300 quick crossword puzzles to test your word knowledge and have you reaching for the thesaurus. The puzzles are in a standard 13x13 grid size. How quickly can you solve these? You will find the solutions easily at the back of the book. Keep your mind sharp and improve your word power at the same time. Ideal for whiling away the time while travelling, on holiday or relaxing at home.
This clever little book of crosswords has been put together by a professional crossworld compiler and a very well-known professor of classics. The clues are all in English but the answers are almost all in Latin! This is not a scholarly book - anyone whose schooldays taught them amo, amas, amat will be able to make a stab at many of the puzzles. And some of the answers are obvious even if you have no Latin at all - e.g. Q. Existing condition of a very old pop group? (6,3) A. Status Quo! Still for those who enjoy a challenge, the puzzles do get harder as you work your way through the book, ending up with some really fiendish ones. There are still lots of jokes along the way.
***** Get thinking outside the box with this bumper edition of cryptic crosswords from the Telegraph. Utterly addictive and entertaining, these fiendish cryptic crosswords are the perfect brainteaser for beginners and experts alike. And, with 200 puzzles to choose from, The Telegraph Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords 9 is the ultimate puzzling companion for a morning commute or a quiet evening.
The UK's most devious cryptic crossword setters present 120 fiercely challenging puzzles. The Guardian's cryptic crosswords are enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people every day. Now you too can test your powers of linguistic deduction and lateral thinking against more than 100 classic puzzles specially selected from the Guardian's archives.
Get your mind in gear with Daily Mail Quick Crosswords Volume 1! This brand new collection of demanding puzzles from the Daily Mail puzzle pages contains over 200 grids in a variety of difficulties. Whether on-the-go, or having a spare moment at home, these fun brainteasers are guaranteed to put minds of all ages and abilities through their paces!
Pit your worldly wits against family and friends, or just challenge yourself, with this ultimate travel trivia crossword book. With head-scratching questions on everything from geography and culture to history, wildlife and transport, it's a fun and challenging test for all ages and the perfect addition to any trip. With 200 cryptic crosswords, ranging from day-tripper (easy) to daredevil (cryptic) categories, there's plenty of scope here to keep you entertained whilst out on the road, at an airport or during lazy days at home. Tackle each one solo or challenge your friends or family members to a competition; whatever or however you choose to test your knowledge, you're guaranteed to learn something new. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more.
Test your knowledge and speed with this brand new edition of quick crosswords from the Daily Mail. With more than 400 quick crosswords to choose from, this bumper collection is the perfect way to exercise your brain while enjoying some spare time.
Perfect for puzzlers who enjoy lateral thinking and wordplay, this book contains 100 crosswords to provide hours of fun on a daily commute or evening in. This is the first title in a brand new relaunched series from the Telegraph puzzle pages, with all brand new puzzles for 2017.
*** Test your lateral thinking and sharpen your problem-solving faculties with this fresh compilation of cryptic crosswords from the Telegraph. Packed with 100 puzzles, The Telegraph Cryptic Crosswords 9 offers hours of meditative puzzling for beginners and experts alike.
The Daily Mail returns with this bumper-sized volume of cryptic crosswords. With over 200 perplexing cryptic crosswords, you will be thinking sideways, every which way and outside of the box to solve the puzzles. Perfect for those who love wordplay and cracking clues, Daily Mail Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords Volume 1 provides the ultimate entertainment for any spare moments in the day.
Are you tough enough?More and more crossword fans want to test
their skills against the fiercest puzzles the "Times" has to offer.
* 150 challenging "New York Times" crosswords* Fresh vocabulary and
wordplay* Edited by Will Shortz
The UK's most popular puzzle book! Daily Mail All New Quick Crosswords 10 is a brand new collection of demanding puzzles from the Daily Mail. With 200 grids in a variety of difficulties, these puzzles are sure to put minds of all ages and abilities through their paces. Perfect when facing the daily commute, or for passing a spare moment at home, these fun brainteasers are guaranteed to entertain any crossword fan. |
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