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Reference - Puzzles - Bridge
Win at Bridge is a fun and interactive way to get to grips with the basics of this popular leisure pastime. It is often difficult to master the rules of play and the art of bidding well, but this newly updated edition will give you all the tools you need to start playing confidently. Originally written by Terence Reese, the world authority in bridge, it has now been revised by David Bird, one of Britain's top bridge writers. It is packed with interactive quizzes, insights and insider tips to perfect your technique and build up your... read more
This is a book for the three million 'social' bridge players (in the UK alone) who know the rules and can play a reasonable hand, but want to refine their skills and improve their understanding of the game. The 121 tips offered range from simple to more advanced and all offer solid advice on how best to deal with a variety of situations. Tips are clearly explained and are followed by an example hand and a reader's test. There is no simpler way to improve your bridge. Paperback 208pp h178mm x w110mm x s12mm 113g
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New edition includes up to date bidding techniques and examples to make learning the game even easier. In addition, one of the world's top bridge players, Michael Lawrence, has been brought in to contribute to the instruction.
Many players feel trepidation when faced with playing a no-trumps contract. In this book Ron Klinger shows you how to approach such contracts without fear. The correct lines and logical thinking are explained clearly and you will not only make your contracts, but also score overtricks as well. This book is about the strategy of succeeding as declarer when you play no-trumps. The first section deals with the approach you should adopt before you even play a card from dummy. Then follow heaps of practical examples, problems for you to... read more
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GUIDE TO BETTER ACOL BRIDGE first appeared 20 years ago. Although the fundamentals have not changed, there has been progress in the approach to Acol bidding. This new edition retains the basic structure while introducing new concepts. While the emphasis is on better bidding, each chapter contains examples of play. These incorporate the bidding principles of the chapter and also highlight many areas of winning declarer technique and defence. The book can be used by teachers conducting intermediate courses or as a self-teacher. Each ... read more
- A practical and comprehensive guide to playing bridge, from complete novice to advanced player level. - Coverage of the key basic principles, progressing to information about bidding and how to play a hand at all levels - World-class instruction and advice from David Bird, illustrated with more than 500 superb photographs and diagrams - Describes the fascinating history of world bridge championships, and the players who have popularized and developed the game we know today - Discusses bridge computer programs and playing brid... read more
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The world of bridge has winners and also-rans. What would you rather be? Winning might not be everything, but it is much better than finishing second or third, and way ahead of being out of place. This book examines the attributes and skills you need to be on the winner's dais more often, not only the personal qualities and psychological requirements, but also the methods you are using and the standard of card play required. TO WIN AT BRIDGE is a challenge full of tips and telling advice, which if followed will produce a positive l... read more
One of the top-selling bridge books of all time with sales already over 160,000 copies. This new, updated edition of the famous fast fact finder will be a must for all bridge players.The unique fast fact finder which enables players to check rapidly important points in bidding and play. Acol Bridge Flipper is aimed at the vast number of people who already play and who want to improve.
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All the tips and instruction you need to learn to play the fascinating and rewarding game of bridge. Andrew Robson, the Times bridge correspondent, shows you how to play bridge - starting from the basics and taking you through the learning process step-by-step. Using clear illustrations and accompanying text, Andrew gives the reader a complete course in learning the game, including sample hands and ways to practice. You'll also learn about bidding, tricks, scoring and dealing, and etiquette whilst playing. Above all you'll beg... read more
