Front cover of The Times Cryptic Crossword Book 30, paperback

The Times Cryptic Crossword Book 30 : 100 World-Famous Crossword Puzzles - The Times Mind Games

The Times Mind Games

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  • Pages · 240 pages
  • Publication Date · 07/05/2026
  • Genre · Gift books
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Challenge your brain power with these fun crossword puzzles. The Times Crossword is the most famous in the world. Test your solving skills with this collection of 100 cryptic puzzles compiled by the Editor of The Times Crossword. The latest book in this exciting series continues the tradition of providing authoritative, challenging cryptic crosswords, offering an enjoyable and stimulating way to while away your free time. The book is packed with addictive, taxing and compelling puzzles by some of the best crossword compilers in the world, chosen by the Times Crossword Editor Jason Crampton.

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