- 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 bridge with opponents across the world via the internet
- Includes anecdotes and tips from world-famous players such as Ely Culbertson, Charles Goren, Riki Markus and Benito Garozzo