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This book is a comprehensive guide to billiards, presented in a series of lessons designed to lead the reader from novice to skilled player. The author, drawing on both his own experience and that of professional players, emphasizes the importance of mastering fundamental techniques. These include proper stance, cue control, and bridge formation, along with a detailed breakdown of crucial shots like losing hazards, winning hazards, cannons, and the intricate art of side and screw. Published during a time when billiards was enjoying a surge in popularity, this book reflects the changing landscape of the game, with the author recognizing the increasing skill level of amateur players and the greater accessibility of instruction. The author's focus on practical application, as opposed to overly theoretical explanations, aligns with the game's evolution into a refined art form, emphasizing the key to success as a combination of skill and strategic positioning. This book remains a valuable resource for anyone who seeks to master the game and become a more confident and skillful billiards player.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to billiards, presented in a series of lessons designed to lead the reader from novice to skilled player. The author, drawing on both his own experience and that of professional players, emphasizes the importance of mastering fundamental techniques. These include proper stance, cue control, and bridge formation, along with a detailed breakdown of crucial shots like losing hazards, winning hazards, cannons, and the intricate art of side and screw. Published during a time when billiards was enjoying a surge in popularity, this book reflects the changing landscape of the game, with the author recognizing the increasing skill level of amateur players and the greater accessibility of instruction. The author's focus on practical application, as opposed to overly theoretical explanations, aligns with the game's evolution into a refined art form, emphasizing the key to success as a combination of skill and strategic positioning. This book remains a valuable resource for anyone who seeks to master the game and become a more confident and skillful billiards player. 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 # 9781332235001_0
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