Badsworth (39 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Decorative Hardcover. Condition: Nr Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No DJ. Third Edition. Green covers with gilded lettering and lion. Solid copy. some light soiling of covers from age and a little wear on edges. First page is title page. Binding isnde front cover lightly cracked, webbing intact. Previous owner's stamp in front cover. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. A lightly worn copy of the first edition of this classic title. Covers are soiled and end papers toned. This is not an ex-library copy. Please view photo(s) to determine exact condition.

Condition: Good. Boards are slightly darkened and worn. Light cracking to front hinge. Endpaper is worn to edges, with some loss. Contents are clean and bright.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good +. No Jacket. Seventh Edition. Light green hardcover shows light edgwear with rubbing at sides of spine. 82 pages are lightly tanned and are followed by5 pages of listings of books published by De La Rue and a couple of ads. the last page has an ownership stamp.

Condition: Good. 1903. Hardcover. Good copy in original cloth covers. Previous owners name on FFEP. Title in gilt to spine and cover. Lightly sunned. Have light nicks. Lightly foxed, remains a good copy. First edition copy. . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Condition: Good. 1903. Hardcover. Good copy in original cloth covers. Previous owners name on FFEP. Title in gilt to spine and cover. Lightly sunned. Have light nicks. Lightly foxed, remains a good copy. First edition copy. . . .

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Fourth edition. 8vo. [2], iii-viii, [2], 3-286, [2] pp. Green publisher's cloth with gold lettering on the spine. No jacket. Light wear to the cloth and the front board a touch bowed.

Original Wraps. Condition: Poor. Lovell's Library no. 543. Staple bound, 351 pp + ads. Wrappers have light soiling, creasing, chips and tears along edges. Front wrap and first page (publisher's ad) detached. Light soiling to title page, leaves tanned - o/w unmarked.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. 1st printing of 1st edition (Nov, 1903). Good hardcover, no DJ. Red cloth over boards, gilt stamped rampant lion and titles on front cover; gilt titles on spine; all edge gilt. Lightly scuffed/soiled covers and spine; spine gilt dulled with some chipping; tightly bound; clean interior. 16mo (17.5 cm), 283 pp; index; illustrated with diagrams.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. 1903 first edition. Red cloth covers with gold illustrated front cover and gold title on the spine. Some shelf wear to binding and rubbing to spine and corners. Corners slightly bumped. A clean and tight copy of the scarce first edition. ; 283 pages.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Step into the captivating world of early 20th-century card games with this comprehensive guide to Bridge. More than just a rulebook, this book delves into the rich history and strategic intricacies of this popular card game, tracing its origins from its international roots to its eventual rise in English clubs. The author meticulously explains the gameplay, scoring, and etiquette of Bridge, offering valuable insights and strategies for both novice and experienced players. Learn the art of making trumps, doubling, and playing dummy hands, and gain a deeper understanding of the game's complexities. Beyond gameplay, this book explores the social and cultural significance of Bridge, comparing and contrasting it with its predecessor, Whist. Discover why Bridge has captured the hearts of card players worldwide and how its unique blend of skill, strategy, and chance offers a more dynamic and engaging experience. Whether you're a seasoned card player or a curious newcomer, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of Bridge, illuminating its enduring appeal and the strategic thinking that underpins its every move. 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.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Second Edition with the Revised Laws and a Summary of the Variations. 12mo ( 168 x 113 mm). Pp. vii, [1] blank, 288. Green cloth with gilt lettering to upper board and spine. Gilt lion decoration to upper board. All page edges gilt. There is a section Changes in the Laws from p277-280, by Badsworth, dated March 25, 1905. This section is not shown on contents page. The index follows (p281-288). Small circular mark to bottom edge of upper board. Upper hinge just starting to split at endpapers, but sound. Title page toned. Previous owners name to top edge of front free endpaper, otherwise in very good clean bright condition.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an exploration of the popular card game, Bridge, a variation of Whist that gained traction in the late 19th century. Bridge is a complex game with endless variations from hand to hand, but the author has attempted to simplify the learning curve by presenting a series of guidelines and principles that will make the learning process faster and smoother. The book goes over hand basics, point counting, bidding strategies and conventions, the play of the hand, doubling, and much more. This book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their Bridge game, or for newcomers looking to learn for the first time. The author provides clear and concise instruction without overloading the reader with obscure terms or advanced jargon. 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.

Hardcover. Condition: Good +. No Jacket. 7th edition. Gilt lettering and blindstamped decorative border to front cover on olive-green cloth. 82 pages + pub ads. Decorative endpapers, gilt edges. Shelfwear with fraying at extremities. Front hinge cracked, back hinge starting. No loose pages, very clean copy.

Hardback. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. The Knickerbocker Press, New York 283, [i] ads [ii].Original publishers red cloth gilt with a gilt lion to the head of the cover and the slogan 'The Lion's Mark is always there' at the foot. Trifle toned to the spine but an exceptional copy. Printed on quality paper.Gilt titles to the spine. All edges gilt and a fine example.

Hardback. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Unwin Brothers Limited, The Gresham Peress. 292pp. .Original publishers dark red cloth gilt with a gilt lion to the head of the cover and the slogan 'The Lion's Mark is always there' at the foot. Trifle toned to the spine and cover but a nice copy. Printed on quality paper.Gilt titles to the spine. A small card is inserted into a small pocker in the inside board with 'POTTED PENALTIES' for Auction Bridge described.

Cloth. Condition: Good. Reprint. pp iv + [1] + 283 aeg Internally very good subject to some dustiness to endpapers, textblock firm, hinges cracked but holding, cover somewhat faded with a few marks, moderate wear to corners and extremities of spine. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 2nd edition.

Hardcover/Hardback. Condition: Good. In prima staat. Hardcover. Shelfwear.

Cloth. Condition: Good/Very Good. First Edition. Internally very good with moderate browning, aeg , binding firm , boards reasonably bright with couple of tiny marks - spine a litte dull with slight wear to extremities. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.

HARD BACK GREEN. Condition: GOOD. SEVENTH ED. General shelf wear, bookplate on front inner cover, advertising card laid in, title in gold on front cover board, tanned pages, gold edges DATE PUBLISHED: 1900 EDITION: SEVENTH ED 82.