Cruel But Fair Cryptic Deception
Added 2023-11-12 15:15:49 +0000 UTCEvery month, the Times publishes an extraordinary workout for its Crossword Club members. The Times Monthly Club Special is not intended to be tackled without Chambers Dictionary* and perhaps Google* close at hand, but every month Mark gives it a try with just his knowledge and experience to try and help him finish it.
This one is by Roger Phillips, the Listener crossword editor, and you can see how Mark gets on with the October challenge here:
Enjoy!
*Other dictionaries and search engines are available...