The Times Jumbo Cryptic Crossword Book 8: 50 Challenging Cryptic Crosswords, Vol. 8 »

Designed to challenge even the most experienced crossword buff, this selection of 50 puzzles from London’s The Times put your linguistic prowess to its limit. Initially published just four times a year on holidays, The Times crossword has appeared on a weekly basis since 1997. With oversized grids of 23 x 23 squares—compared to a standard 15 x 15—these puzzles require serious word power and brain bending.