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Hoyle's Improved Edition of the Rules for Playing Fashionable Games: Containing Copious Directions for Whist, Quadrille, Piquet, Quinze, Vingt-Un, ... Reversis, Put, Conexions, All Four, Speculat - Softcover
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This book is a comprehensive guide on the classic card game of Whist and is considered one of the most extensive and authoritative works on the subject. The author combines the standard rules and accepted tactics of the game with his own extensive experience and reflections to create an exceptional resource on the topic. The book is divided into three sections that are presented in an easy-to-follow format. The first section includes an account of the history of the game, and an explanation of the fundamental rules of play. The second section covers etiquette, card play, and the mathematics of probability as related to Whist. The third section contains concise, summarized advice for both beginners and advanced players, including insights into the strategies and psychology of skilled Whist play. The author's instructions are thoughtful and are aimed at helping players develop their skill and understanding of the game. Along with general advice, the author provides specific guidance for different types of hands, and offers counsel on how to play them against different styles of opponents. The author also includes plenty of examples to illustrate his points and to highlight the nuances of the game. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in improving their Whist game. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player looking to enhance your skills, this book is a must-read.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide on the classic card game of Whist and is considered one of the most extensive and authoritative works on the subject. The author combines the standard rules and accepted tactics of the game with his own extensive experience and reflections to create an exceptional resource on the topic. The book is divided into three sections that are presented in an easy-to-follow format. The first section includes an account of the history of the game, and an explanation of the fundamental rules of play. The second section covers etiquette, card play, and the mathematics of probability as related to Whist. The third section contains concise, summarized advice for both beginners and advanced players, including insights into the strategies and psychology of skilled Whist play. The author's instructions are thoughtful and are aimed at helping players develop their skill and understanding of the game. Along with general advice, the author provides specific guidance for different types of hands, and offers counsel on how to play them against different styles of opponents. The author also includes plenty of examples to illustrate his points and to highlight the nuances of the game. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in improving their Whist game. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player looking to enhance your skills, this book is a must-read. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282241377_0
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