A Bibliography Of Card Games And Of The History Of Playing Cards (1892)

A Bibliography Of Card Games And Of The History Of Playing Cards is a book written by Norton Townshend Horr in 1892. The book is an extensive catalogue of card games and the history of playing cards. It includes a comprehensive list of all the known card games at the time, along with their rules and variations. The book also delves into the history of playing cards, tracing their origins back to ancient China and exploring their evolution through various cultures and time periods. Horr provides detailed descriptions and analyses of the various types of playing cards, such as tarot cards, and their symbolism. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of card games and playing cards, as well as those who enjoy playing them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.