Put your cryptic-cracking skills to use!


With over 50 puzzles and 1,750 clues for you to conquer, Cryptic
Crosswords for Dummies is filled with cryptics that range from
(relatively) simple to expert-level, along with brief explanations
of the most common types of clues and helpful hints on how to solve
them. Used on its own or as a companion to Solving Cryptic
Crosswords for Dummies, this book will keep your brain busy for
hours!





Apply the basics ? use fundamental rules to solve
puzzles

Build your solving skills ? practise consistently on
various grid types

Tackle pesky anagrams ? decode anagram clues aplenty

Use sums to find the answer ? add and subtract letters to
get the correct word

Detect double definitions ? answer hints with more than
one meaning

Explore hidden messages ? become a master at uncovering
unseen solutions