The Penguin Encyclopedia of Card Games

by David Parlett

Some 300 card games from Britain and around the world are explained simply in this book. The author, a games consultant, inventor, and noted writer on card games, believes that everybody would enjoy... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0140280324
• ISBN13: 9780140280326
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Gardners Books
• Length: 688 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.8" x 1.6" x 5.2"

Customer Reviews

Ultimate compendium - slightly ambiguous

This is an ultimate compendium of card games of every kind; it is ideal for learning new games or referring to when unsure of the rules. I like the way the games are divided into categories. However, some of the rules are a little ambiguous, and it could do with a few more solitares. Overall, though, it is excellent.

Tremendous Book

I've bought a dozen of the best-known card books and this is the "best of the best." It contains clear, concise descriptions of hundreds of card games. Its author, Mr. Parlett, is considered one of today's highest authorities on cards. This book shows why. You can look up just about any card game, widely-played or obscure, and find rules sufficient to play the game. The explanations are simple and readable -- but also complete and authoritative. For those who only play certain games, this is a great source for finding alternatives. Look up any game, and you'll find descriptions of related games to try. For those who get their card game rules from the web, it's really nice to own a single, comprehensive sourcebook you can carry anywhere and read without your laptop. I highly recommend this book to any card player, from novice to advanced. It's well worth the money and something you'll use for years to come.