The Canterbury Puzzles, and Other Curious Problems by Henry Ernest Dudeney
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"The Canterbury Puzzles and Other Curious Problems" by Henry Ernest Dudeney is a collection of mathematical puzzles and riddles written in the early 20th century. The work reflects Dudeney's expertise in puzzle creation and draws inspiration from Geoffrey Chaucer’s "Canterbury Tales," intertwining the themes of travel and inquiry with the allure of problem-solving. It features a variety of engaging puzzles, each designed to challenge the reader's wit and logic. The opening of
this intriguing collection presents a preface where Dudeney discusses the art of puzzling, the enjoyment it brings, and the mental exercise it provides. He harmonizes his work with historical references to puzzles, emphasizing their universal appeal throughout history. With examples of various puzzles that are both entertaining and thought-provoking, readers are quickly immersed in a world where wit meets ingenuity. Dudeney encourages participation by inviting readers to solve these cleverly crafted challenges, rich with a narrative that evokes the charm of medieval storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dudeney, Henry Ernest, 1857-1930 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Canterbury Puzzles, and Other Curious Problems |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Canterbury_Puzzles |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Malcolm Farmer, Christine D., and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| Subject | Puzzles |
| Subject | Riddles |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27635 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 8515 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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