Games

Puzzles get fashionable with this sophisticated book from the Puzzle Society - an irresistible package for any female puzzle lover.The majority of the casual game market is made up of women ages 38 to 65. Tapping into this trend, the Puzzle Society introduces this new mind-boggling title in its Pocket Posh line. This elegant book features a chic cover treatment. This compact 4-by-6-inch book easily fits into a purse or tote, has rounded corners, and includes an elastic band closure so pages won't get bent.

With 300 fascinating and conversation building questions, plus blank cards on which to write your own questions, this game is for everyone. The only knowledge needed to successfully contribute to The Art of Conversation is your own life experiences, interests and ideas. When time is short, a proper conversation is often the first commodity to be cut from our to-do lists. Yet it is necessary to understand each other and build our relationships. As well as helping people learn how to talk, The Art of Conversation places equal emp... read more

This companion contains a cross-file reference to over 120 hands. The hands are illustrated in colour and identified by following flip-top headings on each page. Each hand also contains a full synopsis. First published 1997.

Following on from the very successful Enigma, Enigma 2 brings another 170 puzzles to those who are clamouring for more brain-teasers, games of logic, conundrums, riddles, paradoxes and word games to challenge, perplex and entertain them. The entire book has the feel and appearance of a medieval manuscript, full of secret knowledge, that has emerged unexpectedly from a deep vault in an ancient library. More than just a book of puzzles, it's a visual and cerebral feast to treasure.

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A 36-page, full-color, spiral-bound collection of 20 of the most time-honored, neighborhood-approved, playground-tested, and tournament quality jacks games. Pigs in the Pen, Scatter, Slugsnail, and Seisnialp (that's "plainsies" backward), they're all here, and more. The Klutz Book of Jacks comes packaged with a set of 15 metal jacks, a custom-Klutz high-bounce rubber ball, and a drawstring fabric pouch. Inside, all the finer points of the games are detailed with an enthusiasm that's catching. You'll play the games for funsies and l... read more

This exciting book comes with everything adventurous kids need to set up their own treasure hunts, create custom clue cards, and make maps. There are also tons of crazy facts about pirates, maps, satellites, and other interesting treasure hunt tidbits!

What do Martina Navratilova, Bill Gates, and Warren Buffet have in common? They're all bridge fanatics! The card game is popular again - at home, online, and in schools. Whether readers are learning bridge or looking to improve their game, this is the ultimate contract bridge manual. Bridge master Brent Manley will teach readers step by step from bidding to tournament play. "The Everything[registered] Bridge Book, 2nd Edition" provides readers with the skills and tips they need to play this totally addicting card game! This title i... read more

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In 1742, Edmond Hoyle published the definitive book on whist, the most popular card game of his day.More than 250 years later, Hoyle is still the definitive name when it comes to the rules of games, from bridge to backgammon, Scrabble "RM" to blackjack. This handy reference guide has now been updated and expanded and includes rules, strategies, and playing odds for more than 250 games, from such favorites as: -- Scrabble "RM"-- Canasta-- Contract Bridge-- Gin Rummy-- Chess-- Backgammon-- Poker -- Anaconda, Blind Tiger, and Hold-'em... read more

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This lovely gift set of mini paperback book and mug features Anthony Browne's warm, hilarious, witty and very personal tribute to Dad (and to dads everywhere). This set first released 2005.

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Good games are like good jokes. They get passed on from person to person - but sometimes they get forgotten. Ting Tang Tommy! is about reminding you of the best games you've ever known - and showing you some you might never have come across. A treat for any age, Ting Tang Tommy! offers up a splendid array of gaming treasures: some will get the blood pumping and competitive spirit roused, while others provide the perfect way to while away a lazy Sunday afternoon at home with friends and family. Whether at a dinner party, on a journ... read more

The Collins Complete Puzzler Solver is a complete reference for word game lovers. This unique compendium contains over 400,000 puzzle solutions including crossword wordlists, the most important words in Scrabble, and a wealth of information and advice on other word and number games. Puzzlers need never be puzzled again! The extensive Puzzle Solutions section is organized alphabetically, making it easy and quick to use. Solutions are arranged by word-length, and cryptic crossword clue indicators are clearly marked. There are over 7... read more

Every word counts! An essential resource for all Scrabble players. This major new edition of Collins Scrabble Dictionary is fully updated to include all the words of up to nine letters in the latest official Scrabble word list, and allows players to settle disputes over the eligibility of words. This book includes all playable words of two to nine letters in length, in one easy-to-follow straight alphabetical list. The short definitions, given for every word listed, have been updated for this new edition, and allow players to c... read more

# Includes basic techniques such as the Biddle Grip, Charlier Cut and Table Riffle Shuffle, # Tricks for all levels of ability and experience # Over 450 step-by-step colour photographs show how each trick is done and a useful glossary contains a list of terms associated with card magic

- A practical and comprehensive guide to playing bridge, from complete novice to advanced player level. - Coverage of the key basic principles, progressing to information about bidding and how to play a hand at all levels - World-class instruction and advice from David Bird, illustrated with more than 500 superb photographs and diagrams - Describes the fascinating history of world bridge championships, and the players who have popularized and developed the game we know today - Discusses bridge computer programs and playing brid... read more

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