Cryptic Crosswords for Beginners

Next date: Monday, 14 October 2024 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

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To the uninitiated Cryptic Crosswords can seem impossible – best left to geniuses and people with too much time on their hands.
Yet once taught the basics, you will find them addictive, satisfying and surprisingly accessible.
After attending this class you will have all the tools needed to tackle any cryptic clue.

And with a little extra practice you will soon be smugly finishing The Age puzzle over coffee while your friends look on in awe and/or disgust.

What will we cover?
All cryptic crossword clues are elaborations on a few core rules. In this class, we’ll cover these core rules and showcase what inventive means crossword setters use so that they conceal the fact that they are indeed following the rules.

We will look at a few cryptic crosswords from different setters. That way, you can see the importance of an individual setter’s style and come to appreciate a wider variety of clues.

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When

  • Monday, 14 October 2024 | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Location

Parkdale Library, 96 Parkers road, Parkdale 3195  View Map

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