Card Games For Days: A Complete Guide to Playing

From classic trick-taking to backyard party games, Card Games For Days is the complete reference for anyone who wants to actually know the rules of the games they grew up hearing about - and the dozens more they haven't tried yet. What's inside: - Setup and full rules for every game, explained in plain language- A three-tier Strategy School: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced- Common mistakes and etiquette for each game- Variants and "Pairs Well With" recommendationsThe nine parts: - Part I: The Basics - shuffling, dealing, deck anatomy, accessories- Part II: Trick-Taking (11 games) - Bridge, Euchre, Spades, Hearts, and more- Part III: Poker - The Complete School (7 games)- Part IV: Casino & Banking Games (7 games) - Blackjack, Baccarat, and more- Part V: The Rummy Family (7 games)- Part VI: Shedding & Bluffing (6 games)- Part VII: Solitaire (9 games)- Part VIII: Family & Party Games (13 games)- Part IX: Two-Player Classics (6 games)Plus back matter: poker hand rankings, a blackjack basic strategy wallet reference, a full glossary, and a quick-reference index sorted by player count, deck requirements, difficulty, and occasion. Whether it's a game night, a long car ride, or a family gathering, this is the one book that covers all of it.