Secrets of the Setters
Secrets of the Setters
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Explains how all the different types of cryptic clue work and shows how to spot the tricks of the compiler's trade. This book also includes practice puzzles and handy lists of words and abbreviations that setters commonly use as their cryptic building blocks.
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Secrets of the Setters by Hugh Stephenson
Packed with examples from the Guardian's celebrated compilers - from Araucaria and Rufus to Bunthorne and Janus - "Secrets of the Setters" explains how all the different types of cryptic clue work and shows how to spot the tricks of the compiler's trade. It also includes practice puzzles and handy lists of words and abbreviations that setters commonly use as their cryptic building blocks.
'IndispensableAll you ever wanted to know about crosswords but were afraid to ask.' Francis Wheen 'A gentle and comprehensive introduction to the seductive and witty world of the crossword puzzle. Hugh Stephenson's book is an ideal guide.' Simon Russell Beale 'The ideal present for your non-cryptic-crossword-solving friends. If this doesn't work, nothing will.' John Graham, aka Araucaria
Hugh Stephenson is the Guardian's crossword editor.
| SKU | Non disponible |
| ISBN 13 | 9781843544692 |
| ISBN 10 | 1843544695 |
| Titre | Secrets of the Setters |
| Auteur | Hugh Stephenson |
| État | Non disponible |
| Type de reliure | Paperback |
| Éditeur | Atlantic Books |
| Année de publication | 2007-05-10 |
| Nombre de pages | 192 |
| Note de couverture | La photo du livre est présentée à titre d'illustration uniquement. La reliure, la couverture ou l'édition réelle peuvent varier. |
| Note | Non disponible |