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

People have been fascinated by puzzles, from ancient riddles to modern Sudoku. They can be seen as a waste of time, a harmless way to pass the time, or a way to exercise the mind. Author William Hartston traces the development of brainteasers and the increasing ingenuity of puzzle setters throughout history.

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