A Dictionary of Card Games (Oxford Reference S.)

A Dictionary of Card Games (Oxford Reference S.)

by David Parlett (Author)

Synopsis

Ranging from such classics as bridge, poker, whist, and rummy to the more unfamiliar cucumber, pishti, go fish, and spinado, this book provides clear advice on the rules and playing strategies of virtually any card game popular in the Western world. Discover such historical favourites as hombre, piquet, and trappola, great national games, including belote (France), scopa (Italy), and Skat (Germany), and all manner of patience and tarot games. Whether planning party games (Newmarket, Old Maid, and Oh Hell!), or a civilized card evening with friends, this should be a valuable source of information and entertainment.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 388
Publisher: Oxford Paperbacks
Published: 01 Jun 1992

ISBN 10: 0198691734
ISBN 13: 9780198691730

Author Bio

About the Author
David Partlett is n internationally renowned inventor, writer, and researcher in the field of games. Among his games is Hare and Tortoise, which has been published in ten languages and won three Game of the Year awards. His books include Poker and Brag, Card Games for Everyone, Original Card Games, and History of Card Games (Oxford, 1991).