Contract Bridge Lesson Course: Featuring The Goren System Of Bidding
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
For anyone who has ever sat down at a card table and felt the thrill of a perfectly played hand, Contract Bridge Lesson Course: Featuring the Goren System of Bidding by George S. Gooden presents a masterclass in one of the world's most intellectually demanding card games. Structured to serve both novices and seasoned players alike, this comprehensive course instructs readers in the legendary Goren System of Bidding — the point-count method developed by Charles Goren that revolutionised competitive bridge in the mid-20th century — walking through every nuance of bidding strategy, hand evaluation, and play technique with remarkable clarity. Gooden's methodical approach illustrates the game's layered complexity without ever sacrificing accessibility, making even the most intricate conventions feel within reach. The inclusion of a deck of 40 practice hands transforms the learning experience from purely theoretical to genuinely practical, allowing readers to test their skills in real scenarios. Whether you are picking up your first hand or refining a lifetime of play, this course remains a timeless companion — leaving the reader to wonder just how many winning slams they have been missing all along.
Author: George S. Gooden
Format: Paperback
Genre: Reference & language
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
For anyone who has ever sat down at a card table and felt the thrill of a perfectly played hand, Contract Bridge Lesson Course: Featuring the Goren System of Bidding by George S. Gooden presents a masterclass in one of the world's most intellectually demanding card games. Structured to serve both novices and seasoned players alike, this comprehensive course instructs readers in the legendary Goren System of Bidding — the point-count method developed by Charles Goren that revolutionised competitive bridge in the mid-20th century — walking through every nuance of bidding strategy, hand evaluation, and play technique with remarkable clarity. Gooden's methodical approach illustrates the game's layered complexity without ever sacrificing accessibility, making even the most intricate conventions feel within reach. The inclusion of a deck of 40 practice hands transforms the learning experience from purely theoretical to genuinely practical, allowing readers to test their skills in real scenarios. Whether you are picking up your first hand or refining a lifetime of play, this course remains a timeless companion — leaving the reader to wonder just how many winning slams they have been missing all along.