Chambers Crossword Manual
- ISBN-10
- 0550104372
- ISBN-13
- 9780550104373
- Category
- Games
- Pages
- 400
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2008-04-01
- Publisher
- Chambers
- Author
- Don Manley
Description
Acknowledged as the definitive work on modern cruciverbalism, Chambers Crossword Manual is an essential handbook for crossword fans of all degrees of experience. Now substantially revised and updated, this new edition covers the history and development of crosswords, the language of crossword clues, clue types, tips on solving and other vital information for both solvers and setters. Whether you'd like to solve cryptic crosswords but don't know where to start, or you're an experienced solver who'd like to move on to advanced puzzles, or even set puzzles of your own, Chambers Crossword Manual is indispensable.
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