Edmond Hoyle was a writer best known for his works on the rules and play of card games. His writings were considered authoritative, leading to the phrase "according to Hoyle" entering the language, signifying an appeal to a putative authority. Hoyle focused on clearly explaining complex game strategies and tactics, becoming a seminal figure in the codification of card games.
This book provides the established rules and practices of popular card games such as Whist, Quadrille, and Piquet. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and strategy of card games.
This book is a classic guide to playing the card game Whist. It provides clear and concise rules for playing the game, as well as useful tables of odds and probabilities. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in card games or looking to improve their Whist skills.
Improve your game with this practical guide to the most popular games of the time, including hazard, backgammon, chess, and draughts. Written by Edmond Hoyle, a renowned game expert of his time, this guide is an essential resource for anyone looking to improve their skills and win more games.
First published in 1814, this book offers a collection of rules and descriptions for a variety of card games and other diversions popular in eighteenth-century England. The author, Edmond Hoyle, was a renowned game expert and his work set the standard for many of the games played today. This book is an excellent choice for anyone interested in the history of gaming or looking to learn more about traditional card games.
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