The Puzzle Page

SU DO KU

A puzzle that has become very popular is SU DO KU. The object of the game is to fill in the blank spaces in a grid so that every vertical column, every horizonital row and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9, without repeating any. There is only one solution to each puzzle, and the puzzle is based on reasoning and logic. It does not require any arithmetic. Go here to play.

Crossword Puzzles

A rather obscure movie currently making its rounds and getting excellent reviews is Word Play, a documentary about the New York Times crossword puzzle, and the current and historical creative forces behind it. Reader Larry Paul was kind enough to compile a list for other readers who might enjoy crossword puzzles. The puzzles can be done on line and all are printable for those that prefer the old pencil and paper method. Archives of past puzzles are also available.

• From the Boston Globe

• From the Washington Post Daily and Sunday

• From the Cape Cod Times

• From the Los Angeles Times