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From All Fours to Zebra Poker, this is the definitive, A-to-Z guide to contemporary card games.
Shuffle your deck and get ready to discover your new favorite card game! Hoyle’s Modern Encyclopedia of Card Games explains the rules of all the most popular and timeless card games clearly and simply, using special symbols, charts, and drawings alongside written instructions. This accessible guide lists games alphabetically and includes extensive cross-referencing for all game variations. Plus, the unique glossary-index features definitions of terms and games’ alternative names.
Whether playing solitaire or hosting a rowdy game night, Hoyle’s Modern Encyclopedia of Card Games is the ultimate card game resource.
Publisher : Crown; 2nd edition (April 1, 1974)
Language : English
Paperback : 398 pages
ISBN-10 : 0385076800
ISBN-13 : 978-0385076807
Reading age : 12 – 17 years
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.4 x 1.1 x 8.23 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book easy to read and a good resource for learning new card games. They appreciate the variety of games and find it helpful for looking up games. However, some customers find the instructions unclear and difficult to follow. Opinions differ on the layout, with some finding it simple and well-designed, while others feel it could use more illustrations and photos to help explain the games.