McKay, Sinclair
Bletchley Park Brainteasers
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472252609
- author:
- McKay, Sinclair
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Headline Publishing Group
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.3 x 2 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Puzzles,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bletchley Park Brainteasers is a collection of puzzles and riddles that inspired the code breakers who worked at Bletchley Park during World War II. The book features over 100 mind-twisters, including hidden codes, cryptic crosswords, secret languages, and complex riddles. These puzzles were used to assess the skills and abilities of potential recruits, and they offer a fascinating insight into the world of code breaking. The book also delves into the recruitment stories of the code breakers, revealing the diverse range of individuals who were brought together to work at Bletchley Park. From mathematicians to musicians, chess masters to poets, these individuals were united by their love of puzzles and problem-solving. If you enjoy puzzles and brain teasers, this book is a great way to test your mental agility and learn about the fascinating history of code breaking.