The Laws and Principles of Whist Stated and Explained and Its Practice Illustrated on an Original System by Means of Hands Played Completely Through (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Cavendish

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265547806 ISBN 13: 9780265547809

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the game of Whist with clear rules and practical play examples.

This edition presents the laws of Whist in a practical format, with the hands recast and diagram-style aids replacing older symbols. It offers a historical sketch of the game, a fuller statement of the principles for discards, and illustrations of well-known coups, along with fresh hands and revised arrangements. Readers will find a structured guide to how the game unfolds, from the first lead through the management of trumps, with guidance on common situations and decisions at each stage.

What you will experience

• Step-by-step explanations of opening leads, follow-up plays, and card by card decisions
• Detailed coverage of trump handling, discarding, and the score progression
• Examples of challenging hands and practical strategies for different suit types
• Notes on table rules, dealing, shuffling, and keeping score

Ideal for readers of traditional card games and those who want a thorough, hands-on reference to Whist’s formal play and etiquette.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265547806
• ISBN 13: 9780265547809
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 543