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A Brief History of Puzzles: Baffling Brainteasers from the Sphinx to Sudoku

By William Hartston
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By William Hartston
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Explore the fascinating history of puzzles, from ancient riddles to modern Sudoku, and discover the ingenuity behind these timeless brainteasers.

This captivating journey through the world of puzzles traces their development from ancient civilizations to modern crazes. William Hartston showcases over 100 mind-bending, challenging, and humorous puzzles, revealing the increasing ingenuity of puzzle setters throughout the ages. Discover the lure of puzzles as a glorious waste of time, a harmles...

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