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How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords

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Crack those cryptic clues!

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<br...

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Product ID:9780716022084
Product Form:Paperback / softback
Country of Manufacture:GB
Title:How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords
Authors:Author: Kevin Skinner
Page Count:160
Subjects:Crosswords and word games, Crosswords
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Crack those cryptic clues!

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!


Imprint Name:How To Books Ltd
Publisher Name:Little, Brown Book Group
Country of Publication:GB
Publishing Date:2008-10-30