The New York Times Monday Through Friday Easy to Tough Crossword Puzzles: 50 Puzzles from the Pages of The New York Times

by Will Shortz (Editor)

*50 daily size puzzles.
*First appearance of these puzzles in book form.
*Covered spiral binding.

Serious solvers know that the puzzles in the New York Times get harder as the week goes on. From an easy Monday to a downright difficult Friday puzzle, this brand new collection is sure to challenge you with every passing day. See how far you can get!

Genres: Puzzles, Games

64 pages, Spiral-bound

First published June 1, 2002

About the author

Will Shortz is an American puzzle creator, best known as the longtime crossword editor for The New York Times. A pioneer in his field, he holds the only known degree in enigmatology, earned at Indiana University. He began constructing puzzles in his teens and pursued his passion professionally with roles at Penny Press and Games magazine before joining the Times in 1993. Shortz founded the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament and co-founded the World Puzzle Championship. His puzzles and books have reached wide audiences, and he is also the voice behind NPR’s Sunday Puzzle. A dedicated table tennis player, he co-founded a major club in Pleasantville, New York.

Reviews

[Darrel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found that the Friday puzzles weren't easily solved/completed without having to 'cave-in' and look for assistance from my handy (and well-thumbed) Crossword Dictionary. Even a few of the Thursday puzzles caused me some trouble.

[Janet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Did a week's worth a day. NYT always a challenge.

[keereads · Rating 3 out of 5]

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