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How to Play and Win at Bridge David Bird

How to Play and Win at Bridge By David Bird

How to Play and Win at Bridge by David Bird


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Summary

(new edition) Learn how to play the classic game with full step-by-step instructions, techniques and tactics for players of all ages, skills and experience.

How to Play and Win at Bridge Summary

How to Play and Win at Bridge: Rules, skills and strategy, from beginner to expert, demonstrated in over 700 step-by-step illustrations by David Bird

This expertly presented book is a fabulous guide for players of all levels. It is a clear and effective tutorial for beginners, an essential sourcebook of reference points, sample games, tips and professional strategies for intermediate and high-level players, and a fascinating history of bridge and the great champions for enthusiasts of every kind. In the introduction, the principles of bridge and its continued evolution are discussed, and the first chapter goes on to detail the colourful history of the game. The practical heart of the book then focuses on how to play bridge and improve your game, from basic through to intermediate and advanced-level, both in bidding and cardplay. This teaching course is designed to develop skills and competence - the importance of good bidding, card play and defence, rules of the game, and strategies for successful play. With more than 700 superb photographs and artworks, the book combines a reference manual, a stunning history and a comprehensive course in one beautifully presented and expertly written volume. It details the amazing history of the World Bridge Championships, and the players that have popularised and developed the game we know today; it covers bridge on TV and video, as well as bridge computer programs and playing bridge with opponents accross the world via the internet; and includes anecdotes and tips from world famous players such as Ely Cuthbertson, Charles Goren, Rixi Markus and Benito Garozzo. Players of all levels are able to learn and improve their game, achieve their desired levels of skill and knowledge and, above all, increase their enjoyment by playing bridge to the fullness of their potential.

About David Bird

David Bird is the world's most prolific bridge writer. He has written 92 books on the game, a total exceeded only by the late championship player Terence Reese. He is bridge correspondent for the Mail on Sunday and the London Evening Standard. Well known for his humorous bridge fiction, he contributes regularly to leading bridge magazines around the world.

Additional information

GOR013288091
9780754834540
0754834549
How to Play and Win at Bridge: Rules, skills and strategy, from beginner to expert, demonstrated in over 700 step-by-step illustrations by David Bird
Used - Well Read
Hardback
Anness Publishing
2018-12-30
256
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book. We do our best to provide good quality books for you to read, but there is no escaping the fact that it has been owned and read by someone else previously. Therefore it will show signs of wear and may be an ex library book

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