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Pretty girl in crimson rose (8) : a memoir of love, exile, and crosswords
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Pretty girl in crimson rose (8) : a memoir of love, exile, and crosswords

by Sandy Balfour

A travelogue exploring the global culture of cryptic crosswords, detailing tournaments and clue construction across Kenya, Egypt, Russia, and England. The narrative includes clues to a riddle hidden throughout the text.

Accession 18503 ISBN 1585421987 Publisher Putnam
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