More Games for the Superintelligent

by Jim Fixx

This delightful companion volume to GAMES FOR THE SUPERINTELLIGENT lets you match wits with master problem solvers in a fascination collection of maths, logic and word puzzles that at first glance may seem impossible to solve. But don't be intimidated. You may be surprised to find that persistence and a dash of creativity will yield results. (If not, the solutions are listed at the back of the book!) This volume also features a look at "What Is Intelligence?"; an anecdotal guide to solving puzzles the superintelligent way; and even a sample intelligence test like the one MENSA uses to screen its candidates. MENSA is the international organisation whose members are recruited exclusively from the most intelligent 2% of the population. (The author is a member.) So sharpen your wits and your pencils! Open this book at your own risk and be prepared for a vigorous round of mental calisthenics.

Genres: Nonfiction

Paperback

First published January 1, 1976

About the author

James Fuller Fixx was the author of the 1977 best-selling book, The Complete Book of Running. Best known as Jim Fixx, he is credited with helping start America's fitness revolution, popularizing the sport of running and demonstrating the health benefits of regular jogging.

Reviews

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Riddles, logic problems, word games, etc. This book is so old, I had already heard some of these.

[Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've had this book and it's companion "Games for the Super Intelligent" since high school. Always fun to come back and see what piques my interest years later.

[Ogden Jones · Rating 2 out of 5]

My mom gave me this when I was in middle school. Pretty pompous title.

[Don Gubler · Rating 3 out of 5]

More fun puzzles.