Hoyle's Modern Encyclopedia of Card Games

Name: Hoyle's Modern Encyclopedia of Card Games
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780385076807
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Rules of All the Basic Games and Popular Variations

By Walter B. Gibson

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Hoyle's Modern Encyclopedia of Card Games by Walter B. Gibson is the definitive A-to-Z guide to contemporary card games, from All Fours to Zebra Poker. This accessible book clearly and simply explains the rules of the most popular and timeless card games using special symbols, charts, and drawings alongside written instructions. Listed alphabetically with extensive cross-referencing and a unique glossary-index of terms and alternative game names, it is the ultimate resource for solitaire players and game night hosts alike.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Hoyle's Modern Encyclopedia of Card Games

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Ideal for card game enthusiasts, beginners looking to learn new games, and anyone wanting a clear and comprehensive reference for popular and lesser-known card games.

According to Hoyle" is the card-table synonym for Correct --a definitive guide to the correct playing of all known card games, with full descriptions and explanations of rules and techniques for each game and its variations.

B & W photographs throughout.

Description

From All Fours to Zebra Poker, this is the definitive, A-to-Z guide to contemporary card games.

Shuffle your deck and get ready to discover your new favourite card game! Hoyle's Modern Encyclopedia of Card Games explains the rules of all the most popular and timeless card games clearly and simply, using special symbols, charts, and drawings alongside written instructions. This accessible guide lists games alphabetically and includes extensive cross-referencing for all game variations. Plus, the unique glossary-index features definitions of terms and games' alternative names.

Whether playing solitaire or hosting a rowdy game night, Hoyle's Modern Encyclopedia of Card Games is the ultimate card game resource.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780385076807

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 March 1974

Country: United States

Imprint: Bantam Dell Publishing Group, Div of Random House, Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 357g

Pages: 416

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About the Author

Generally acknowledged as one of the greatest authorities on magic in the 20th century,Walter B. Gibson(1897-1985) was interested in the subject for most of his life. He wrote 18 books and numerous articles on magic, edited four magic magazines, and collaborated with some of the greatest magicians of the past 50 years. In the course of his long and active career in magic and related areas, Gibson also wrote the famous Shadow novels, under the pen name Maxwell Grant.