Anthony V. Grubb makes his New York Times debut.
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MONDAY PUZZLE — The first day of sweltering summer heat can feel either welcome or dreadful, depending on your climate preferences. The heat wave last week made for a few exceptionally sticky days in New York City.
I see this siesta-friendly season as a boon for puzzle lovers. So long as we have a little shade and a breeze — be it from a fan, an air-conditioning unit or an ocean — we can entertain ourselves with the simple pleasure of a daily crossword.
Today that crossword comes to us from Anthony V. Grubb, in his New York Times debut. With a beginner-friendly theme but clues challenging enough to appeal to skilled solvers, this grid has something for everyone.
Christina Iverson, a puzzle editor for The Times, said that editors were particularly impressed by Mr. Grubb’s theme set. “It was one of those ‘Oh, wow, how’d he find those?’ moments,” she said. “It’s a nice example of a common theme subject that is elevated by adding another layer.” Ms. Iverson’s compliment is especially — ahem — fit for this puzzle, given the theme subject.
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Source: Elections - nytimes.com
