The Art Puzzle Book

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THINK YOU KNOW BOSCH FROM BOTTICELLI? MONDRIAN FROM MIRO? THINK AGAIN... Turn art history on its head by testing your brainpower and perception on some the world's most iconic paintings. Journey from ancient Egypt to 1980s New York solving riddles, discovering hidden secrets and challenging your general knowledge. Esteemed art historian Susie Hodge and leading brain trainer Dr Gareth Moore introduce you to 36 iconic pieces of art – including Botticelli's Primavera, Van Gogh's The Starry Night and Picasso's Guernica. For each painting, they reveal fascinating facts about the work and artist (and give clues on what to look for), before challenging you to decipher the art for yourself through carefully crafted questions. Look at art in new ways as you: Decode the hieroglyphs from the Book of the Dead Find new symbols in The Arnolfini Portrait Solve riddles based on The Garden of Earthly Delights Navigate M.C. Escher's gravity-defying staircases Reassemble the Mondrian With over 300 questions, The Art Puzzle Book is designed to entertain and perplex, whether you're an art novice or an art connoisseur. Featuring artworks by Botticelli, Hieronymus Bosch, Michelangelo, Caravaggio, Artemisia Gentileschi, Diego Velazquez, Johannes Vermeer, Francisco de Goya, Hiroshige, Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Sonia Delaunay, Joan Miro, Piet Mondrian, Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, Frida Kahlo, M.C. Escher, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring and more.

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Genre : Art
Author : Susie Hodge
Publisher : Frances Lincoln
Release : 2019-10-15
File : 195 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780711252646


Gray S Anatomy Puzzle Book

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The Gray's Anatomy Puzzle Book takes the medical reference classic as its starting point for puzzles, riddles and questions to challenge and test your wits.

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Genre : Games & Activities
Author : Gareth Moore
Publisher : White Lion Publishing
Release : 2020-09-29
File : 195 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780711254411


The Lsat Logic Puzzle Book

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The LSAT (Law School Admission Test) has the reputation of being one of the hardest entrance exams given; it is a reputation well earned. We have compiled some of the hardest LSAT logic puzzle games, including 13 official LSAT games that tormented aspiring lawyers on recent LSAT tests. Although the purpose of this book is entertainment, it also includes a thorough discussion of the foundations of logic and the actual meanings of some common words. Think you know the meaning of the word "or," or the meaning of the word "some," or the meaning of the phrase "if..., then...." You might be surprised and intrigued by their actual definitions. This book will introduce you to numerous analytic techniques that will help you immensely, not only in solving logic puzzles, but also in school, business, and life! For this reason, solving logic puzzles can be a rewarding and satisfying experience.

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Genre : Games
Author : Jeff Kolby
Publisher : Nova Press
Release : 2021-01-15
File : 178 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781944595098


Disney Tim Burton S The Nightmare Before Christmas Sticker Art Puzzles

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Fifteen challenging sticker puzzles featuring favorite moments and characters from Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas await on these pages! Puzzle your way through spooky scenes from the iconic film with Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Sticker Art Puzzles! Each of the 15 delightfully frightful puzzles in this book features full-color art of your favorite characters and moments from the beloved double-holiday film. To solve a puzzle, you’ll need to fit more than 100 sticker shapes into a tessellated grid. When you’re done, you’ll have a glossy art poster to frame and hang on your wall. In the spirit of the haunting holiday, this book features a glow-in-the-dark cover, plus a bonus glow-in-the-dark puzzle of Oogie Boogie inside! Ideal for fans of the movie and puzzle enthusiasts alike, this book will provide hours of enjoyment as you complete each scene.

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Genre : Games & Activities
Author : Arie Kaplan
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Release : 2021-07-20
File : 67 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781645175797


Minions Sticker Art Puzzles

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Challenge yourself to rise to the occasion with these 15 sticker puzzles featuring characters and scenes from both films in the Minions franchise! Featuring memorable scenes from both films in the Minions franchise, these innovative puzzles will appeal to fans of all ages. Each of the 15 puzzles contains more than 100 stickers to be fitted into a tessellated grid—as the stickers are put in place, a full-color artwork of favorite characters and scenes from the films appears. Entertaining editorial content from Minions and Minions: The Rise of Gru allows you to revisit your favorite movie moments again and again. Plus, fascinating behind-the-scenes factoids will surprise and delight even the biggest Minions fan. And if you get stuck, a helpful answer key at the back of the book is available to get you out of a jam! When you’re done, you’ll have a collection of awesome glossy art posters to display.

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Genre : Games & Activities
Author : Arie Kaplan
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Release : 2022-05-17
File : 67 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781645174288


Friends Sticker Art Puzzles

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Add a spark to your day with these 15 stickering puzzles featuring classic scenes from the popular TV series Friends. Revisit your favorite scenes from the hit sitcom Friends, which aired on NBC from 1994 to 2004 and is still beloved by fans today. Each of the 15 puzzles in this book represent an iconic Friends theme—such as coffee, roommates, weddings, and more—and contain more than 100 sticker shapes to be placed in a tessellated grid. When you’re done, you’ll be left with a full-color glossy art poster that you can display on your wall. The pages are also packed with additional memorable moments and fun facts about the TV series.

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Genre : Games & Activities
Author : Editors of Thunder Bay Press
Publisher : Thunder Bay Press
Release : 2020-05-19
File : 67 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781684129430


Golden Girls Sticker Art Puzzles

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Get to know the Golden Girls in this collection of 15 sticker art puzzles! Each sticker jigsaw puzzle uses more than 100 removable stickers to complete full-color images of these famous sassy seniors! An answer key and numbering on the stickers helps out if you have trouble, and each puzzle offers a bit of trivia about the characters. Puzzles keep the brain challenged and are fun for all ages!

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Genre : Games & Activities
Author : Arie Kaplan
Publisher : Thunder Bay Press
Release : 2021-02-23
File : 82 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781645174271


The Language Lover S Puzzle Book

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100 wonder-filled word puzzles that thrill and tantalize with the beauty, magic, and weirdness of world language Whether you’re a crossword solver, cryptogram fan, Scrabble addict, or Sudoku savant, The Language Lover’s Puzzle Book is guaranteed to tease your brain and twist your tongue. Puzzle master Alex Bellos begins in Japan, where we can observe some curious counting: boru niko = two balls tsuna nihon = two ropes uma nito = two horses kami nimai = two sheets of paper ashi gohon = five legs ringo goko = five apples sara gomai = five plates kaba goto = five hippos Now, how do the Japanese say “nine cucumbers”?* a) kyuri kyuhon b) kyuri kyuko c) kyuri kyuhiki d) kyuri kyuto Bellos finds the intrigue—and the human element—in a dizzying array of ancient, modern, and even invented tongues, from hieroglyphs to Blissymbolics, Danish to Dothraki. Filled with unusual alphabets, fascinating characters, and intriguing local customs for time-telling, naming children, and more, this is a bravura book of brainteasers and beyond—it’s a globe-trotting, time-traveling celebration of language. *The word endings depend on shape: Flat things end in -mai and spherical things end in -ko. Cucumbers are long things (like ropes and legs), so they end in -hon. The answer is (a)!

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Genre : Games & Activities
Author : Alex Bellos
Publisher : Hachette UK
Release : 2021-11-09
File : 338 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781615198054


Variety Puzzle Book For Adults

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Embark on an exhilarating journey of mental challenges with "Variety Puzzle Book for Adults," a captivating collection designed exclusively for adults seeking to test and sharpen their cognitive skills. Inside this meticulously crafted volume, you'll discover an eclectic array of brain-teasing puzzles, including word searches that will have you hunting for hidden words in perplexing grids, Sudoku puzzles that demand precision and strategic thinking, and cryptograms that will challenge your ability to decode secret messages. Navigate through intricate mazes that twist and turn, unlocking pathways to success, and delve into the depths of crosswords where vocabulary prowess and lateral thinking converge. Engage your logical faculties with number search puzzles that require keen attention to detail and pattern recognition. Whether you're a seasoned puzzle aficionado or a newcomer eager to explore the realms of mental acuity, "Variety Puzzle Book for Adults” invites you to embark on an adventure filled with excitement, satisfaction, and endless opportunities to conquer challenges. Grab your copy today and embark on a journey to unlock the secrets of your intellect! Benefits: Mental Stimulation: Challenge your brain and keep it sharp with various puzzles that engage various cognitive functions. Stress Relief: Immerse yourself in the absorbing world of puzzles, providing a therapeutic escape from the stresses of daily life. Improved Concentration: Enhance your ability to focus and concentrate as you tackle each puzzle with determination and precision. Vocabulary Expansion: Expand your lexicon and linguistic skills through the exploration of crosswords and word search puzzles. Problem-Solving Skills: Hone your problem-solving abilities as you navigate through cryptograms, mazes, and Sudoku grids, fostering logical thinking and creative solutions. Relaxation and Entertainment: Enjoy hours of entertainment and relaxation while challenging yourself with an assortment of intriguing puzzles. Sense of Achievement: Experience the gratification of overcoming obstacles and completing challenging puzzles, boosting self-esteem and confidence. Social Connection: Share the joy of puzzle-solving with friends and family, fostering camaraderie and bonding over shared intellectual pursuits.

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Genre : Games & Activities
Author : Lisa A. Foster
Publisher : Emilio Aguirre
Release : 2024-05-26
File : 176 Pages
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The Ultimate Kansas City Puzzle Book

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Genre : Games & Activities
Author : Mark Zieman
Publisher : Kansas City Star Books
Release : 2002
File : 152 Pages
ISBN-13 : 0972273956