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Search - Classic Conundrums: Fiendish Puzzles from the 19th Century
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Classic Conundrums Fiendish Puzzles from the 19th Century Author: How quick are you? How clever? The Victorians delighted in musing over riddles while reposing in their salons, and a century later these elusive puzzles still have the power to tease and charm. Twist one one of Lewis Carroll's anagrams into a different word, or follow one of Longfellow's well-turned phrases to its logical end. The anagrams, pali... more »
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Donna E. (impossible) reviewed Classic Conundrums: Fiendish Puzzles from the 19th Century on + 3312 more book reviews
Lots of fun and learning for all ages. It's surprising how young ones often cope with these better than older ones. It's easy to get so wrapped up in this you won't notice the pot boiling over or your dog chasing the neighbor's cat.
John O. (buzzby) - La Quinta, CA reviewed Classic Conundrums: Fiendish Puzzles from the 19th Century on + 2868 more book reviews
Hardcover.
QUESTION: It takes the town hall clock 6 seconds to strike 4 o'clock in the afternoon. How long does it take to strike midnight?
ANSWER: 22 seconds.
QUESTION: It takes the town hall clock 6 seconds to strike 4 o'clock in the afternoon. How long does it take to strike midnight?
ANSWER: 22 seconds.
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