Buy this book on-line Hamilton, C. D. P : Modern Scientific Whist; The Principles of the Modern Game, Analyzed and ExtendedBrentano's. 1903. New York., 1903
Fifth edition. Fine bright copy. Cloth with gilt lettering and decorations on front cover and spine. Illustrated by over sixty critical endings and annotated games from actual play. 639 pages. Sample hands in red and black. From the Preface: "This t reatise on Whist is based upon the system of leads known as American Leads". "The purpose of this volume is to present to the student of the game the rules and maxims of play as laid down by the authorities, and practiced by the strongest players. A nd an effort has been made to simplify and render clear the applications of the many rules and maxims by copious analyses and numerous illustrations. Much space has been devoted to the play of second hand, the intricacies of end-play, the department of inference and to the management of trumps".. Book. Book Condition: Collectible-Very Good. Binding: Hardcover Click here for full details of this book, to ask a question or to buy it on-line. Bibliophile Bookbase probably offers multiple copies of Hamilton, C. D. P : Modern Scientific Whist; The Principles of the Modern Game, Analyzed and Extended. Click here to select from a complete list of available copies of this book. Bibliophile Bookbase lists over 5 million books, maps and prints including atlases, antiquarian books, livres d'occasion, collectables and out of print books. Bibliophile Bookbase for antiquarian books, maps and prints. |