The Telegraph: How To Solve a Cryptic Crossword: Mastering cryptic crosswords made easy

Have you always wondered how to do a cryptic crossword?

Solving one maybe easier than you think thanks to this book.

The Telegraph''s Puzzle Editor, Chris Lancaster, shows how to crack cryptic crosswords in an easy-to-follow way.

This simple-to-use guide will help you solve any cryptic crossword, whether you''re a complete beginner or a puzzler seeking to expand your knowledge. This book features:

- Explanations of the common clue devices, including double definitions, hidden clues, charades, subtractions, homophones and container-and-contents clues
- Work-throughs of practice crosswords
- Tips for spotting each variety of clue
- The top 10 solving tips you need to know
- Advice on reference materials and taking your puzzling to the next level
- Chris''s top-12 solving tips
- Appendices of useful lists including single-letter abbreviations and a glossary of common ''crosswordese''


Whether you''re a novice or an inveterate puzzle lover, this is the perfect crossword solving guide for all.

• | Author: Telegraph Media Group Ltd
• | Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
• | Publication Date: Jun 04, 2020
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9780600636632
• | ISBN-10: 0600636631