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Pendleton Backgammon

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Pendleton Backgammon offers a deep dive into the strategic nuances of the classic board game. The book is an insightful guide, aimed at improving both novice and experienced players' skills by exploring strategies, historical context, and unique gameplay techniques. With its blend of practical advice and engaging storytelling, it enriches the reader's understanding of backgammon through the lens of the fictional Pendleton Club, renowned for its strategic prowess.
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Players

2 players

Time to play

45–60 minutes

Age

8 years or older / Adults

Game type

Base Game

Format: Game
$8300

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You might enjoy this book if you have a keen interest in the strategies and intricacies of backgammon. It offers insights into improving your gameplay and understanding the nuances of this classic board game, making it perfect for both beginners and seasoned players looking to enhance their skills.

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Pendleton Backgammon

Introducing Pendleton Games! Pendleton brings its rich heritage to classic games in handsome travel-ready formats.

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Pendleton Woolen Mills is one of America’s oldest and most beloved heritage brands. This new collection of classic games brings Pendleton’s time-honoured designs to backgammon, chess and checkers, and playing cards in handsome travel-ready formats great for family gatherings or adventures.

Pendleton Backgammon comes in a portable roll-up format that combines convenience with style. The canvas board showcases elements from Pendleton’s eye-catching Tucson pattern on the inside and exterior, and rolls up into a bundle around a pouch containing the wooden game pieces. The pouch detaches easily, making it easy to play on any flat surface.

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INFORMATION

Barcode: 9781452172576

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Board game features: Quick set-up

Board game mechanics: Strategy, Race

Color pattern: Geometric

Gameplay skills: Strategic thinking, Tactical decision making, Pattern recognition

Recommended age group: 8 years or older, Adults

Toy game material: Canvas, Wood, Faux leather

Format: Game

Date Published: 25 September 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Chronicle Books

Contributors:

  • Designed by Pendleton Woolen Mills

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Length: 89.0mm

Width: 76.0mm

Height: 273.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 1

About the Author

Pendleton Woolen Mills has been producing wool blankets in their Northwest American mills since 1909. Founded in 1863, this six-generation, family-owned business is renowned for world-class wool textiles in plaids, tweeds, bold stripes, and geometric patterns inspired by Native American artistic traditions. As its offerings have grown to include home, apparel, and accessories, Pendleton Woolen Mills has become synonymous with classic American style.

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