The Laws and Principles of Whist Stated and Explained, by Cavendish

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Author Cavendish, 1831-1899
LoC No. 28010148
Title The Laws and Principles of Whist Stated and Explained,
and its practice illustrated on an original system by means of hands played completely through. 18th edition
Alternate Title Cavendish on Whist
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Summary "The Laws and Principles of Whist Stated and Explained" by Cavendish is a comprehensive treatise on the card game Whist, written in the late 19th century. This work aims to address common deficiencies in existing texts about Whist by providing not just the rules, but also valuable principles behind the gameplay, including strategic illustrations through complete hands. It serves both novices and seasoned players seeking to improve their understanding of the game. The opening of the book features an illustrated frontispiece and dedicates itself to the historical context of Whist, followed by a preface explaining the author's intentions. The author notes that existing materials often present principles as arbitrary conventions without adequate justification, which this work seeks to remedy. The preface encourages readers to familiarize themselves with the fundamental rules of play before delving into the principles outlined in the book, effectively setting the stage for a detailed exploration of Whist’s mechanics and strategic concepts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Subject Whist
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EBook-No. 51039
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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