Compact guide introduces basics to beginners, offers sophisticated strategies to experienced players. Book One presents every facet of bidding and playing. Book Two explains how and when to deceive opponents, communicate information to partners, and more. Glossary defines over 160 major bridge terms.... read more
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Product Description:
Compact guide introduces basics to beginners, offers sophisticated strategies to experienced players. Book One presents every facet of bidding and playing. Book Two explains how and when to deceive opponents, communicate information to partners, and more. Glossary defines over 160 major bridge terms.
Reprint of Winning Contract Bridge Complete, Fleet Publishing Corporation, New York, 1964.
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