Publisher's Synopsis
In this convenient, fully illustrated book, the author brings together all the instructions, tactics and strategies for every family's favourite games. Much more than a compilation of instructions, Mohr's lively, readable text captures the rich lore and history behind many of the games that have woven themselves into our culture. Elementary rules for chess, gin rummy and bridge are included as well as different variations for draughts, tag, poker, solitaire and the rules of darts, bowls and bridge.