Bridge For Dummies
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Bridge, as any player will tell you, is simply the best card game ever. It’s challenging—each hand presents a different set of conditions you must figure out and solve. It's very social—you play with a partner and two opponents. And best of all—it's fun. Bridge For Dummies, 2E gives you a step-by-step explanation of the fundamentals of the game in terms you can understand. It walks you through the different aspects of bridge, featuring real-life examples, so that you can feel comfortable with the basics before you ever start to play. And if you're already experienced at the game, you'll discover a wealth of tips and hints that can make you a better player. You'll learn all about: The basics of nontrump play How to play the hand in a trump contract Bidding for fun and profit Taking advantage of advanced bidding techniques Playing a strong defense and keeping score Playing bridge on your computer Playing in bridge clubs and tournaments Where to find other great bridge resources This newly revised edition features an expanded section on playing bridge online, with updated web addresses and other resources, along with new information on the latest bidding techniques. For anyone from novice to pro wanting to learn bridge or learn techniques to improve their game, Bridge For Dummies, 2E makes an ideal partner!
Introduction.PART I: The Play of the Hand at Notrump.Chapter 1: Bridge Boot Camp.Chapter 2: Counting and Taking Sure Tricks.Chapter 3: Playing at Notrump.PART II: The Play of the Hand at Trump.Chapter 4: Working with Trump Suits.Chapter 5: Creating Extra Winners (Finding a Home for Your Losers).Chapter 6: Establishing Dummy's Long Suit.Chapter 7: Using the Dummy's Trump Cards to Get Rid of Your Losers.PART III: Bidding to Win.Chapter 8: Bidding Basics.Chapter 9: Opening Bids.Chapter 10: Responding to an Opening Bid.Chapter 11: Rebidding by the Opener.Chapter 12: Rebidding by the Responder.Chapter 13: Upping the Ante: Doubling and Redoubling.Chapter 14: Defensive Bidding.Chapter 15: Slam Bidding.Chapter 16: Keeping Score.PART IV: Playing Defense.Chapter 17: Defending versus Notrump Contracts.Chapter 18: Defending versus Suit Contracts.Chapter 19: Playing Second Hand.PART V: Getting Hooked on Bridge.Chapter 20: Playing in Bridge Clubs and Entering the Tournament World.Chapter 21: Playing Bridge on Your Computer and on the Internet.PART VI: The Part of Tens.Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Be Kind to Your Partner.Chapter 23: The Ten Best Bridge Players of All Time.Chapter 24: The Ten Best Bridge Resources (Besides This Book).Index.Book Registration Information.
