I've seen a reference to this in another thread (extremely positive). I too have enjoyed the crossword. I have a completed grid apart from three of the unclued entries. As the rubric says, the entries are random and unconnected and I believe I have the non-cryptic clues from extraneous words in the across clues. However a hint or two to enable me to fully complete would be much appreciated.
Took me ages to work out the relevance of the title and then the light bulb came on with this 'E V' crossword. Good one, exactly what it says on the tin
Yes a very enjoyable puzzle. There was a similar one on this theme about a year ago with the items in the perimeter. "Very large rodents" also featured in that, if I remember correctly.