Watson's Classic Book
HarperCollins · Paperback · January 1, 1971
This book, by one of the first and foremost authorities on contract bridge, is regarded as the classic exposition of playing strategy.
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- Who it’s for
- Readers seeking contract bridge playing strategy
- Themes
- Contract bridge strategy, Play in attack and defense
- Genres
- Bridge, Game Resources
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This book, by one of the first and foremost authorities on contract bridge, is regarded as the classic exposition of playing strategy. Practically all variations of play, both in attack and in defense, are explained and illustrated in it.
Where it sits
| Bridge | 100% |
|---|---|
| Game Resources | 42% |
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Publisher categories
- Card Games
- Bridge
- Blackjack
- Poker
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- Gambling
- Game Resources
- Activity Books
- Practical Guides
- Authors
- Louis H. Watson
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- January 1, 1971
- Format
- Paperback
- Theme
- Contract bridge strategy · Play in attack and defense
- Reading lane
- Card Games