The New York Times Brainbuilder Crosswords: 75 Brain-Boosting Puzzles by Shortz, Will

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1.Medically proven brain-buliding technique that's lots of fun, too!

To build up your abdominals, try situps; to pump up those biceps, you can try lifting weights; but to exercise those mental muscles, crossword puzzles are the way to go! So if you're looking for a great workout that will leave your brain refreshed and recharged, there's no better way to do so than by grabbing a New York Times crossword puzzle and solving away. Features:

* 75 great New York Times crosswords from puzzle master Will Shortz

* Puzzles arranged in order of increasing difficulty, so your brain can get the workout you desire.

"Studies suggest that adopting intellectually challenging hobbies like crossword puzzles. . . can boost your brainpower."
- Natural Health magazine

Author: Will Shortz
Publisher: St. Martins Press-3PL
Published: 02/07/2006
Pages: 96
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 8.80h x 5.90w x 0.20d
ISBN: 9780312352769

About the Author

Will Shortz has been crossword editor of The New York Times since 1993. He is also the puzzlemaster on NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday and is founder and director of the annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament.