BRIDGE
At its core, bridge is a game of skill played with randomly dealt cards, which makes each deal a game of chance. This is conducive to play as a "friendly game" among four players. Despite this, the chance can be eliminated by comparing pairs' results in identical situations. This is achievable when there are eight or more players and the deals from each table are preserved and passed to the next table, thereby duplicating them for another 4 participants to play. At the end of a competition, the scores for each deal are compared against each other, and most points are awarded to the players doing the best with each particular deal. This measures skill despite the initial chance of the deal. This form of the game is referred to as duplicate bridge and is played in tournaments, which can gather as many as several hundred players. Duplicate bridge is a mind sport, and its popularity gradually became comparable to that of chess.
The Bridge Player's Bible $14.20 Illustrated Strategies for Staying Ahead of the Game Bridge, one of the worlds most widely played card games, requires skill, concentration, and practice on the part of its players. This visual guide will help beginners master the rules and principles while also explaining strategies that both beginners and experienced players need to command for successful play. The author presents more than 300 clearly illustrated examples of bid structures, then instructs on how to rank, decode, and defend, from opening bids to endgame strategy. Separate chapters focus on opening bids, responses, rebids, slam bidding, opening leads, general play techniques, both no-trump and suit contracts, defensive leads and returns, and many other topics that are central to a well-played game. The book also features a glossary, an index, and more than 300 color illustrations.
TRANSPARENT PLAYING CARDS & DICE SET $19.99 This set comes with two decks of bridge-sized transparent playing cards with red and black backs in individual storage cases and five 19mm dice. All of the items come in a latching, velvet-lined aluminum storage case that measures approximately 7.75" x 5" x 1.75" that has a transparent lid. Truley a great set for travel!
CONGRESS BUTTERFLY DOUBLE DECK JUMBO INDEX PLAYING CARDS $12.99 This is a double deck of Congress bridge-size jumbo index playing cards. The backs feature a pastel butterfly design with soft colors in the background. These cards come in a felt-covered sliding box and are plastic coated.
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