SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS ! WHIST is one of the original Classics, predating
the card games of Bridge, Pinochle, Spades, Poker, and Hearts - to name
a few. The last 50 years have seen the resurgence of many variations of
Whist - especially the Bid version with the use of Jokers! The
popularity of the Internet, dedicated APP Sites, and the growth of
"live" tournaments, have helped to promote Whist. Joe Andrews, the
author of The Complete Win at Hearts, Spades, and Euchre books,
introduces players of all abilities to Whist. There is a focus on
strategy and technique. The use of illustrative, instructional hands and
quizzes, will help to improve your skill level. You will learn to
master: . Analysis of the hand . Bidding . Play of the hand . Defensive
strategy . Working with your partner . Trump and No Trump skills In
addition, you will find: . The complete history of Whist . Joker / Kitty
and Straight Whist variations . A full glossary of terms and definitions
. Chapters devoted to Whist organizations . Official Rules for "live"
tournaments This book will help you to get the most out of Whist!