When Max Sumner and three friends play a magical card game called Round Table, they realize that it is up to them to prevent the wicked creatures of the cards from destroying their town, indeed, their world.

"A group biography of seven enduring and beloved games, and the story of why -- and how -- we play them. Checkers, Backgammon, Chess, and Go. Poker, Scrabble, and Bridge. These seven games, ancient and modern, fascinate millions of people worldwide. In "Seven Games," Oliver Roeder charts their origins and historical importance, the delightful arcana of their rules, and the behavioral design that make them pleasurable. Roeder introduces thrilling competitors,...

There are many books and articles about how to improve your play, but there are few bridge books like this one. The intention of this book is to present a kind of Reader's Digest of essays and tips that can elevate your enjoyment and help you play with impeccable ethics. In Volume 1, Randy gives invaluable advice including: - Useful habits to learn - How to improve your bidding system - Which conventions to play

Perhaps the most authoritative work on the subject, this encyclopedic volume is a basic reference to board and table games from around the world. It provides the rules and methods of play for more than 180 different games: Ma-jong, Hazard, Wei-ch'i (go), Backgammon, Pachisi, and many others. Over 300 photographs and line drawings.

Natural step-by-step method allows you to see the inner logic of game from start. Simple common-sensical chapters on bidding, play and defense, scoring, elementary bridge strategies and how they work. 130 bidding hands and 18 full sample games help you at each step.

Stimulating, challenging book - written for beginners and moderately experienced players - offers mathematical and psychological strategies specifically designed to improve your betting odds. Includes basic poker principles and rules, smart ways to use wild cards, and proven betting techniques.

El mago realiza un truco increíble y, en el público, todos los cerebros se maravillan. ¿Cómo ocurren estas ilusiones frente a nuestros ojos? ¿Qué técnicas utilizan los magos para desviar nuestra atención? Pero sobre todo, ¿qué tiene para decir la ciencia sobre los trucos de magia? He aquí una nueva disciplina: la neuromagia, resultado del cruce entre los últimos y más impactantes avances en el conocimiento de nuestro cerebro y los trucos...

Originally published in 1897. The author was a famous conjuror who many spent many years perfecting the hundreds of tricks and sleight of hand methods described here. Contents Include: SLEIGHTS : The Double Handed Pass; The Force; The Bridge; The Glide; The Color Change, etc. TRICKS WITH CARDS : Magic versus Mnemonics; The Hypnotized Card; Cards Shot Against a Hat; The Demon Envelope; The Obedient Card, etc. PREPARED AND MECHANICAL CARDS : The Changing...

When it comes to gambling, there's no better game to beat the odds-and win big-than blackjack. But there's more to it than just doubling down. You will learn about the mysterious-and surprisingly legal-skill of card counting, casino etiquette, single vs. team play, tournament play, variation games, online games, and more. In this concise but complete manual, blackjack expert Tom Hagen and author Sonia Weiss deal out information on: Complete rules...

Former Unrestricted World Checker Champion introduces you to the game and lets you in on championship secrets. Shots and traps, opening "blitzkrieg" moves, end game, more.