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Oxford A-Z of Card Games
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Lists hundreds of games alphabetically. Includes both the well-known and the obscure from around the world. Complete rules for all.
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A History of Card Games
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Describes how card games evolved, the kinds of games available, basic principles of play, relationships between games, and more. This book will give you a much deeper understanding of card games. A unique book!
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Great Book of Domino Games
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A compilation of more domino games than most people know exist.
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Dice Games Properly Explained
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This one book covers everything about dice games: rules, strategies, etc. It focuses solely on traditional, six-sided dice.
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World’s Best Dice Games
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In print continuously since 1981 under various titles, its longevity says it all.
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Scarne’s Encyclopedia of Games
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The 625-page classic, now out of print. Scarne’s Encyclopedia of Cards is the exact same book but it excludes all games that are not card games.
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Winning 42: Strategy and Lore of the National Game of Texas
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This fascinating book tells all about 42, how it’s played, its history, strategies, etc. Surprisingly enjoyable and earns its five stars at Amazon. Now in its 3rd edition.
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Jo-Jotte
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Written way back in 1937 by the game’s inventor, Ely Culbertson, this is the only book on Jo-Jotte. You can sometimes find a used copy for sale online. It’s worth picking up a copy if you take up the game.
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