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St. Martins Press-3Pl The New York Times Bridge Book by Dorothy Hayden Truscott
Finally, A Book For Every Bridge Fan -- Never Before Has There Been A Comprehensive History Of The Game, Filled With Anecdotes About Famous Players, Key Tournaments, Strategies, Scandals, And A Little Instruction For Good Measure. Evolving At Some Point In The 18Th Century From A Card Game Known As Whist, Bridge Has Undergone Countless Variations, And Acquired A Massive Following Of Clubs And Organizations In The Ensuing Centuries. The New York Times Bridge Book Is Aimed Not Only At The Bridge-Playing Community But Also An Armchair Audience Fascinated By The Role Of Cardgames In World History.