Card Games For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Card games offer loads of fun and one of the best socializing experiences out there. But picking up winning card strategies is a bit of a challenge, and though your buddies may think that picking up the rules of the game is easy, winning is a totally different story. With Card Games For Dummies, 2nd Edition, you’ll not only be able to play the hottest card games around, you can also apply game-winning strategies and tips to have fun and beat your opponents. This hands-on guide shows you everything you need to know — the basics, the tricks, and the techniques — to become a master card player, with expanded coverage on poker, as well as online gaming and tournaments. Soon, you will have the card-playing power to:

• Pin down your opponents in Texas Hold’em
• Show off your power in stud poker
• Hit wisely in blackjack
• Break hearts ruthlessly in hearts
• Mix up the night with gin and rummy
• Build yourself a victory in bridge
• Send them fishing in go fish

This straightforward, no-nonsense guide features great ways to improve your game and have more fun, as well as a list of places to find out more about your favorite game. It also profiles different variations of each game, making you a player for all seasons!