How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords - Couverture souple

Skinner, Kevin

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0716020130 ISBN 13 : 9780716020134

Editeur : Elliot Right Way Books, 1993

Synopsis

Kevin Skinner explains cryptic crosswords and discusses the principles of 'double straight' clues, word exchanging, how to spot anagrams and a host of other stratagems which feature in every wily compiler's repertoire.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

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. You can 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. You can 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!

Biographie de l'auteur

Kevin Skinner is an experienced cryptic crossword compiler and solver.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Elliot Right Way Books
• Date d'édition: 1993
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0716020130
• ISBN 13: 9780716020134
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 160
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible