Author: T. Campbell
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing
ISBN: 1938467809
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
On Crosswords covers three major, interrelated topics: crossword history, kinds of crosswords and how crosswords relate to everything else. “Everything else” includes a breathtaking range of topics: marriage proposals, national politics, software development, counterespionage, typography and racism are just some of the high points. Readers will meet the personalities who have made the art form what it is today, and discover the many subspecies of crossword, each with its own personality. And they will walk away with the most complete understanding of the form that any single book can give.
On Crosswords
Author: T. Campbell
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing
ISBN: 1938467809
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
On Crosswords covers three major, interrelated topics: crossword history, kinds of crosswords and how crosswords relate to everything else. “Everything else” includes a breathtaking range of topics: marriage proposals, national politics, software development, counterespionage, typography and racism are just some of the high points. Readers will meet the personalities who have made the art form what it is today, and discover the many subspecies of crossword, each with its own personality. And they will walk away with the most complete understanding of the form that any single book can give.
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing
ISBN: 1938467809
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
On Crosswords covers three major, interrelated topics: crossword history, kinds of crosswords and how crosswords relate to everything else. “Everything else” includes a breathtaking range of topics: marriage proposals, national politics, software development, counterespionage, typography and racism are just some of the high points. Readers will meet the personalities who have made the art form what it is today, and discover the many subspecies of crossword, each with its own personality. And they will walk away with the most complete understanding of the form that any single book can give.
Triple-Stack Crosswords
Author: Martin Ashwood-Smith
Publisher: Puzzlewright
ISBN: 9781402782732
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Triple-stack means triple-solving goodness--and a unique challenge for word lovers! Each of these 72 daily-sized puzzles features wide-open grids with at least one set of three 15-letter answers stacked on top of each other. This is one tough feat to accomplish, but puzzle-making genius Ashwood-Smith makes it look easy. In addition to the challenging triple-stacking, crossword mavens get tons of clever clues featuring all manner of wordplay.
Publisher: Puzzlewright
ISBN: 9781402782732
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Triple-stack means triple-solving goodness--and a unique challenge for word lovers! Each of these 72 daily-sized puzzles features wide-open grids with at least one set of three 15-letter answers stacked on top of each other. This is one tough feat to accomplish, but puzzle-making genius Ashwood-Smith makes it look easy. In addition to the challenging triple-stacking, crossword mavens get tons of clever clues featuring all manner of wordplay.
The New York Sun Crosswords #20
Author: Peter Gordon
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402750106
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
What makes these crosswords from The New York Sun the best ever? They're carefully edited so those obscure words that nobody actually uses are out, and solving pleasure is in, thanks to tricky clues and witty puns. Most of the puzzles have clever and original themes that add to the fun. (The title hints at the topic.) Plus, solvers will enjoy the wide range of difficulty, which is indicated by the number of stars on top.
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402750106
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
What makes these crosswords from The New York Sun the best ever? They're carefully edited so those obscure words that nobody actually uses are out, and solving pleasure is in, thanks to tricky clues and witty puns. Most of the puzzles have clever and original themes that add to the fun. (The title hints at the topic.) Plus, solvers will enjoy the wide range of difficulty, which is indicated by the number of stars on top.
Los Angeles Times Crosswords
Author: Rich Norris
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402715853
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
These four popularly priced helpings of puzzle fun come straight from the "Los Angeles Times," Not only are they more mainstream than those in the" New York Times," but each book has a whopping 72 crosswords. And they're one dollar less than the competition, so you'll get more enjoyment for your money. The stay-open, lie-flat specially reinforced spiral binding makes it easier to work on the puzzles anywhere, too.
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402715853
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
These four popularly priced helpings of puzzle fun come straight from the "Los Angeles Times," Not only are they more mainstream than those in the" New York Times," but each book has a whopping 72 crosswords. And they're one dollar less than the competition, so you'll get more enjoyment for your money. The stay-open, lie-flat specially reinforced spiral binding makes it easier to work on the puzzles anywhere, too.
How to Conquer the New York Times Crossword Puzzle
Author: The New York Times
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 9780312365547
Category : Games
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The New York Times is the gold standard of crossword puzzles. Drawing from the top puzzle constructors in the nation, the Times puzzles are considered the cleverest, most engaging and at times, trickiest puzzles of all. This guide will help puzzlers of all skill levels improve and enjoy the New York Times crossword. Along with helpful discussions and hints, every puzzle in How to Conquer the New York Times Crossword Puzzle is annotated with solving tips and insight from veteran constructors and solver to help you master the nation's #1 puzzle! This volume includes: *60 Times puzzles from easy Monday to devilish Saturday and giant Sunday, each with helpful tips and clues *Lists of most common crossword words, clues, and ways constructors try to trick you*Step-by-step solving instructions provide readers with instruction on how to tackle puzzles of every difficulty level*How to construct a puzzle: A chapter offers a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into making a great crossword *Introduction from puzzle great Will Shortz, crossword editor for The New York Times
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 9780312365547
Category : Games
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The New York Times is the gold standard of crossword puzzles. Drawing from the top puzzle constructors in the nation, the Times puzzles are considered the cleverest, most engaging and at times, trickiest puzzles of all. This guide will help puzzlers of all skill levels improve and enjoy the New York Times crossword. Along with helpful discussions and hints, every puzzle in How to Conquer the New York Times Crossword Puzzle is annotated with solving tips and insight from veteran constructors and solver to help you master the nation's #1 puzzle! This volume includes: *60 Times puzzles from easy Monday to devilish Saturday and giant Sunday, each with helpful tips and clues *Lists of most common crossword words, clues, and ways constructors try to trick you*Step-by-step solving instructions provide readers with instruction on how to tackle puzzles of every difficulty level*How to construct a puzzle: A chapter offers a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into making a great crossword *Introduction from puzzle great Will Shortz, crossword editor for The New York Times
Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book #20
Author: John M. Samson
Publisher: Gallery Books
ISBN: 1982130385
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 335
Book Description
Celebrate more than ninety-five years of Simon & Schuster crossword puzzle excellence with this engaging collection of 300 new, never-before-published crosswords, designed for fans of all skill levels. 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 ninety-five years later, Simon & Schuster’s legendary crossword puzzle book series continues with this new and engaging collection, offering hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors—and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson—it’s designed with convenience in mind and features perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on-the-go. This new super-sized book will delight existing fans and challenge new puzzle enthusiasts as they discover this timeless and unique collection of puzzles.
Publisher: Gallery Books
ISBN: 1982130385
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 335
Book Description
Celebrate more than ninety-five years of Simon & Schuster crossword puzzle excellence with this engaging collection of 300 new, never-before-published crosswords, designed for fans of all skill levels. 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 ninety-five years later, Simon & Schuster’s legendary crossword puzzle book series continues with this new and engaging collection, offering hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors—and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson—it’s designed with convenience in mind and features perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on-the-go. This new super-sized book will delight existing fans and challenge new puzzle enthusiasts as they discover this timeless and unique collection of puzzles.
Easy Freestyle Cosswords
Author: Smith M. Ashwood
Publisher: Puzzlewright
ISBN: 9781454921783
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Not for experts only! Themeless puzzles are usually very hard, but this collection of 72 easy puzzles gives beginners a chance to successfully complete themeless crosswords. And because these puzzles have longer answers, they include interesting, less-common words and phrases that make the solving experience more fun.
Publisher: Puzzlewright
ISBN: 9781454921783
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Not for experts only! Themeless puzzles are usually very hard, but this collection of 72 easy puzzles gives beginners a chance to successfully complete themeless crosswords. And because these puzzles have longer answers, they include interesting, less-common words and phrases that make the solving experience more fun.
Crossword Lists and Crossword Solver
Author: Anne Stibbs Kerr
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472968069
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 898
Book Description
Anyone who regularly tackles challenging crossword puzzles will be familiar with the frustration of unanswered clues blocking the road to completion. Together in one bumper volume, Crossword Lists and Crossword Solver provides the ultimate aid for tracking down those final solutions. The Lists section contains more than 100,000 words and phrases, listed both alphabetically and by number of letters, under category headings such as Volcanoes, Fungi, Gilbert & Sullivan, Clouds, Cheeses, Mottos and Archbishops of Canterbury. As intersecting solutions provide letters of the unanswered clue, locating the correct word or phrase becomes quick and easy. The lists are backed up with a comprehensive index, which also guides the puzzler to associated tables - e.g. when looking for Film Stars; try Stage and Screen Personalities. The Solver section contains more than 100,000 potential solutions, including plurals, comparative and superlative adjectives and inflections of verbs. The list extends to first names, place names, technical terms, compound expressions, abbreviations and euphemisms. Grouped according to number of letters - up to fifteen - this section is easy to use and suitable for all levels of crossword puzzle. At the end a further 3,000 words are listed by category, along with an index of unusual words.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472968069
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 898
Book Description
Anyone who regularly tackles challenging crossword puzzles will be familiar with the frustration of unanswered clues blocking the road to completion. Together in one bumper volume, Crossword Lists and Crossword Solver provides the ultimate aid for tracking down those final solutions. The Lists section contains more than 100,000 words and phrases, listed both alphabetically and by number of letters, under category headings such as Volcanoes, Fungi, Gilbert & Sullivan, Clouds, Cheeses, Mottos and Archbishops of Canterbury. As intersecting solutions provide letters of the unanswered clue, locating the correct word or phrase becomes quick and easy. The lists are backed up with a comprehensive index, which also guides the puzzler to associated tables - e.g. when looking for Film Stars; try Stage and Screen Personalities. The Solver section contains more than 100,000 potential solutions, including plurals, comparative and superlative adjectives and inflections of verbs. The list extends to first names, place names, technical terms, compound expressions, abbreviations and euphemisms. Grouped according to number of letters - up to fifteen - this section is easy to use and suitable for all levels of crossword puzzle. At the end a further 3,000 words are listed by category, along with an index of unusual words.
Random House Endless Summer Crosswords
Author: Stanley Newman
Publisher: Random House Puzzles & Games
ISBN: 0812936248
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Summer trips and crossword puzzles go together like campfires and s’mores. Here are 100 portable puzzles, ideal for the summer road trip. Whether it’s a cross-country journey or just a quick drive to the local park, these entertaining puzzles will get you there in a flash. So put the top down, buckle up, and hit the road, Jack!
Publisher: Random House Puzzles & Games
ISBN: 0812936248
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Summer trips and crossword puzzles go together like campfires and s’mores. Here are 100 portable puzzles, ideal for the summer road trip. Whether it’s a cross-country journey or just a quick drive to the local park, these entertaining puzzles will get you there in a flash. So put the top down, buckle up, and hit the road, Jack!
Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book #2
Author: John M. Samson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 141655906X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
The classic crossword series returns with 300 never-before-published puzzles! 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!
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 141655906X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
The classic crossword series returns with 300 never-before-published puzzles! 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!